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ICTQual ISO/IEC 27035 Information Security Incident Management Foundation Course

This foundation course develops understanding of ISO/IEC 27035 incident management, covering incident identification, classification, response, reporting, recovery, tools, best practices, and continual improvement.

Awarding body ICTQual AB
Level Advanced
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Course Features

This ICTQual AB foundation course provides structured training in ISO/IEC 27035 information security incident management, combining core theory, practical application, mandatory units, and assessment through approved training delivery.

  • Based on ISO/IEC 27035 information security incident management principles
  • Covers incident identification, classification, handling, response, recovery, and closure
  • Includes 10 mandatory study units aligned with the ICTQual AB course structure
  • Supports online, in-person, or blended delivery through Approved Training Centres
  • Includes mandatory assessment using multiple-choice questions
  • Requires a minimum score of 75% to pass the assessment

About This Course

The ICTQual ISO/IEC 27035 Information Security Incident Management Foundation Course introduces learners to the ISO/IEC 27035 standard and its role in establishing structured processes for managing information security incidents. It covers the purpose, scope, terminology, and relationship of ISO/IEC 27035 with other standards in the ISO/IEC 27000 series.

  • Builds foundational knowledge of information security incident management

  • Explains ISO/IEC 27035 purpose, scope, framework, and related terminology

  • Covers structured incident detection, reporting, assessment, response, recovery, and closure

  • Supports understanding of incident documentation, analysis, and lessons learned

  • Develops awareness of tools, technologies, communication, and reporting requirements

  • Prepares learners for further development in cybersecurity, ISMS, and incident response roles

What You'll Learn

Learners will develop the essential knowledge and practical understanding required to manage information security incidents using ISO/IEC 27035 principles, structured processes, reporting methods, and continual improvement practices.

  • Understand the importance of incident management in protecting organisational information assets

  • Recognise key concepts and terminology including incidents, events, breaches, threats, vulnerabilities, risk, impact, and likelihood

  • Understand the ISO/IEC 27035 framework, scope, objectives, principles, and relationship with ISO/IEC 27001 and related standards

  • Apply incident management processes including detection, response, recovery, documentation, tracking, analysis, and closure

  • Classify and prioritise incidents based on type, severity, urgency, impact, and organisational priorities

  • Use reporting, communication, tools, best practices, lessons learned, and continuous improvement to strengthen incident management performance

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for individuals who want to begin or strengthen their knowledge of information security incident management, including learners working in IT, cybersecurity, incident response, security operations, and related organisational roles.

  • IT professionals seeking knowledge of information security incident management

  • Cybersecurity analysts and security operations personnel

  • Incident responders and incident coordination team members

  • IT support, network administration, and system administration staff

  • Information security officers, risk personnel, and compliance team members

  • Individuals responsible for managing, reporting, or supporting security incidents within organisations

Course Content

Explore the comprehensive ICTQual ISO/IEC 27035 Information Security Incident Management Foundation Course course content designed to help you master the material through structured modules and lessons.

Introduction to Information Security Incident Management

1
Understand the importance of incident management in protecting organisational information assets
2
Recognise the objectives and benefits of implementing effective incident management processes
3
Identify roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in incident response
4
Gain awareness of legal, regulatory, and ethical considerations related to incidents
5
Understand the impact of security incidents on business continuity and reputation
6
Learn how proactive incident management supports organisational resilience

Key Concepts and Terminology

ISO/IEC 27035 Framework

Incident Management Processes

Incident Classification and Prioritisation

Incident Handling Procedures

Incident Reporting and Communication

Incident Management Tools and Technologies

Incident Management Best Practices

Continuous Improvement

Course Requirements

Learners should meet the ICTQual AB entry requirements for this foundation course, including age, education, English proficiency, basic technical knowledge, and interest in information security incident management.

  • Learners should be 18 years or older and hold at least a high school diploma, Level 3 qualification, or equivalent

  • Learners should have sufficient English proficiency, basic IT and networking knowledge, computer literacy, and a genuine interest in information security incident management; prior IT, cybersecurity, network, or system administration experience is beneficial

Assessments

Assessment is designed to evaluate learners’ understanding of the course material and their ability to apply information security incident management concepts in practical situations.

  • Mandatory assessment conducted through Approved Training Centres

  • Multiple-choice quiz assessment consisting of 100 MCQs

  • Questions designed to assess understanding and practical application of course concepts

  • Minimum score of 75% required to pass the assessment

Progression

Completion of this foundation course supports progression into advanced certifications, specialist cybersecurity learning, incident response roles, and wider information security management career development.

  • Progression to ISO/IEC 27035 Practitioner or advanced incident management training

  • Progression to ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer or ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor qualifications

  • Career progression into roles such as incident manager, incident responder, security analyst, SOC analyst, IT security officer, or cybersecurity consultant

  • Further development in cybersecurity, digital forensics, IT security auditing, cloud security, ethical hacking, compliance management, and continuous professional development

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Awarding BodyICTQual AB
LevelAdvanced
Course CategoryISO Standards
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