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ISO 27017 Cloud Security Lead Implementer

Develop and improve cloud security arrangements by working through cloud responsibilities, security controls and risk treatment.

  • Practical, standards-based professional learning
  • Assessment and verifiable Cognicert certification
  • Flexible online, self-study and organisational delivery

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What you will work on

Who this course is for
  • Information security managers
  • Cloud architects
  • IT professionals responsible for cloud security
  • Compliance officers
  • Risk managers
  • Anyone involved in the implementation and management of cloud-based services

Entry, exam and access at a glance

Prerequisites

Entry requirements depend on the course and level. Review the course-specific requirements and prior knowledge listed below.

Exam and resits

100 questions in one hour. Pass mark: 70%. Your payment includes two exam attempts. A third or later attempt costs £100 per resit.

Platform-wide pass rate: 87% across all examined trainees, based on Cognicert’s exam-platform results. This is not a course-specific pass rate or a guarantee of an individual result.

Self-study access

Lifetime access for the enrolled learner. Access is personal and cannot be shared.

Overview

Develop and improve cloud security arrangements by working through cloud responsibilities, security controls and risk treatment.

Work through cloud responsibilities, security controls and risk treatment and connect them to the responsibilities of your implementation role. The detailed programme explains the methods and activities covered.

Objectives
  • Understand the principles and concepts of cloud security
  • Learn about the requirements and recommendations of ISO/IEC 27017:2015
  • Gain practical knowledge of implementing cloud security controls and measures
  • Develop skills for assessing cloud security risks and implementing appropriate controls
  • Prepare for certification as an ISO 27017 Lead Implementer
Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
  • Interpret the requirements of ISO/IEC 27017:2015 and apply them to cloud environments
  • Implement cloud security controls and measures in accordance with ISO/IEC 27017:2015
  • Assess cloud security risks and develop risk mitigation strategies
  • Establish and maintain an effective cloud security management system
  • Prepare for and pass the ISO 27017 Lead Implementer certification exam
Audience
  • Information security managers
  • Cloud architects
  • IT professionals responsible for cloud security
  • Compliance officers
  • Risk managers
  • Anyone involved in the implementation and management of cloud-based services
Standards
The course is aligned with the ISO/IEC 27017:2015 standard, which provides guidance on information security controls for cloud computing environments. Additionally, it references other relevant standards and frameworks, including:
  • ISO/IEC 27001:2013 - Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
  • NIST Special Publication 800-53 - Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations
  • CSA Security Guidance for Critical Areas of Focus in Cloud Computing
Content
  1. Introduction to Cloud Security
    • Overview of cloud computing and its security challenges
    • Introduction to ISO/IEC 27017:2015 and its objectives
  2. Scope and Applicability of ISO/IEC 27017:2015
    • Understanding the scope and applicability of ISO/IEC 27017:2015
    • Differentiating between cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
  3. Cloud Security Principles and Concepts
    • Confidentiality, integrity, and availability in cloud environments
    • Shared responsibility model and cloud security roles
  4. Risk Assessment and Management in Cloud Computing
    • Cloud security risk assessment methodologies
    • Identifying and evaluating cloud security risks
  5. ISO/IEC 27017 Controls and Implementation Guidelines
    • Security controls for cloud service providers and customers
    • Implementing technical and organizational controls in cloud environments
  6. Cloud Security Architecture and Design
    • Designing secure cloud architectures
    • Secure configuration and deployment of cloud services
  7. Incident Response and Business Continuity in Cloud Environments
    • Cloud incident response planning and procedures
    • Business continuity and disaster recovery planning for cloud services
  8. Monitoring, Measurement, and Continual Improvement
    • Monitoring cloud security controls and performance
    • Conducting audits and assessments of cloud security practices
  9. Legal and Compliance Considerations
    • Legal and regulatory requirements applicable to cloud computing
    • Data protection and privacy considerations in cloud environments
  10. Case Studies and Practical Exercises
    • Real-world case studies and scenarios in cloud security implementation
    • Hands-on exercises to reinforce learning objectives

ONE STANDARD · FIVE LEARNING LEVELS

Choose your ISO 27017 course

Compare the focus and training duration of each level. Choose the level that fits your responsibilities; you do not need to book every level in sequence.

View the complete ISO 27017 training pathway
1 day

ISO 27017 Awareness

People who need an introduction to the standard and their role in supporting it.

Self-study: £75On demand · study at your own pace

Live online: £2009–13 November 2026

Per learner, before applicable UK VAT. Review your total before payment.
2 days

ISO 27017 Foundation

People building a working understanding of the standard before taking on implementation or audit responsibilities.

Self-study: £150On demand · study at your own pace

Live online: £5009–13 November 2026

Per learner, before applicable UK VAT. Review your total before payment.
3 days

ISO 27017 Internal Auditor

People preparing to plan and carry out internal audits within their organisation.

Self-study: £250On demand · study at your own pace

Live online: £7509–13 November 2026

Per learner, before applicable UK VAT. Review your total before payment.
5 days

ISO 27017 Lead Auditor

Auditors and professionals preparing to lead an audit team or manage a complete audit programme.

Contact Cognicert for this level’s syllabus and availability.

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UPCOMING COURSE CALENDAR

Training, exam and application dates

Prices are per learner before any applicable UK VAT. A live-online intake costs more after its standard deadline because the published late fee is added. Self-study is priced separately and has no late-intake fee.

TRAINING DATESEXAMDEADLINE & STATUSLIVE ONLINESELF-STUDY
9–13 November 202613 November 2026Late booking period
Standard deadline passed. £50 late fee applies until 21 October 2026.
Places are confirmed at booking, not guaranteed by this calendar.
£1,550 £1,500 course fee + £50 late fee
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VERIFIABLE ACHIEVEMENT

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