ICTQual ISO/IEC 27033 Network Security Lead Auditor Course

This ICTQual AB course is structured around ISO/IEC 27033 network security auditing, combining network infrastructure, risk management, security controls, audit techniques, compliance, reporting, and professional development.

• Focused on auditing network security systems against ISO/IEC 27033 principles

• Covers 8 mandatory study units aligned with network security lead auditor competence

• Includes network infrastructure, security controls, risk management, and compliance topics

• Develops audit planning, evidence gathering, reporting, and documentation skills

• Designed as a 5-day training programme delivered through Approved Training Centres

• Includes mandatory assessment to verify understanding and practical application

The ICTQual ISO/IEC 27033 Network Security Lead Auditor Course is designed for professionals who need to audit and assess network security systems in accordance with ISO/IEC 27033. The course addresses the establishment, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of network security controls within organizations.

• Provides structured knowledge of ISO/IEC 27033 and network security auditing

• Builds understanding of secure network architecture, protocols, devices, and configurations

• Develops competence in identifying network security risks and vulnerabilities

• Covers implementation and evaluation of network security controls and measures

• Strengthens audit planning, reporting, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills

• Supports career progression in IT auditing, cybersecurity, and network security assurance

Learners will develop the knowledge and skills needed to audit network security systems, assess risks, evaluate controls, document audit evidence, and communicate findings in line with ISO/IEC 27033.

• Understand the purpose, scope, and application of ISO/IEC 27033 standards

• Explain network security concepts, architecture, topology, protocols, and infrastructure components

• Identify, assess, prioritize, and mitigate network security risks and vulnerabilities

• Evaluate network security controls including access control, encryption, authentication, and intrusion detection

• Plan and conduct risk-based audits of network infrastructure and security controls

• Prepare clear audit reports, document findings, and recommend remediation actions

This course is suitable for professionals seeking competence in auditing network security systems, assessing cybersecurity controls, and supporting compliance with international network security standards.

• IT professionals responsible for network security, systems administration, or infrastructure management

• Cybersecurity professionals involved in protecting, monitoring, or assessing network environments

• Internal auditors and external auditors working with information security or IT controls

• Network administrators, system administrators, and security analysts seeking audit competence

• Compliance, risk, and governance professionals involved in cybersecurity assurance

• Professionals aspiring to advance into network security auditing or lead auditor roles

Learners should have a basic understanding of networking concepts and relevant experience or knowledge in IT, cybersecurity, information security, or auditing.

• Foundational understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, OSI model, network protocols, and network architecture

• Prior knowledge or experience in IT, cybersecurity, network administration, information security, or auditing

Assessment is mandatory and is designed to evaluate learners’ understanding of course content and ability to apply ISO/IEC 27033 network security auditing concepts in practical situations.

• Quizzes based on course content

• 100 multiple-choice questions

• Practical application of concepts through scenario-based assessment

• Minimum passing score of 75%

After completing this course, learners may progress into advanced cybersecurity auditing, specialist network security roles, further professional certifications, and continuing professional development pathways.

• Network Security Lead Auditor roles

• Cybersecurity auditor, IT auditor, or information security auditor positions

• Advanced training in risk management, incident response, threat hunting, or cybersecurity frameworks

• Continuing professional development in ISO/IEC standards, network security, and cybersecurity assurance