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PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation

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1

Information Security FundamentalsYou are here

Learn the CIA triad plus authenticity, non-repudiation, accountability, and reliability. Master ISO/IEC 27000 vocabulary for assets, threats, vulnerabilities, controls, and risk.

5
hours
2

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Standard Structure

Walk through Clauses 4-10 (Context, Leadership, Planning, Support, Operation, Performance Evaluation, Improvement) and understand how PDCA applies to the ISMS.

8
hours
3

Risk Management Basics

Understand the risk assessment process, four risk treatment options (modify, retain, avoid, share), and the role of the risk owner. Connect risk treatment to control selection.

5
hours
4

Annex A Controls and SoA

Memorize the 4 themes and control counts (37 Organizational, 8 People, 14 Physical, 34 Technological = 93 total). Understand the Statement of Applicability and its purpose.

8
hours
5

PECB Practice Exam and Mock Tests

Complete full-length 40-question practice exams under timed conditions. Review explanations for missed questions to identify weak areas.

6
hours
Estimated total study time
32 hours
That's about 4 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the ISO 27001 Foundation Exam?

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Education
No formal education requirement to sit the exam
Additional Requirements
  • No prerequisites — Foundation is the entry-level credential
  • Training is recommended but optional
  • Exam delivered via PECB KCP (Knowledge Certification Platform) — online
  • Foundation certificate does not expire — exempt from CPD, the Annual Maintenance Fee, and recertification under PECB's Certification Maintenance Policy (that cycle applies only to Lead Implementer/Lead Auditor)

ISO 27001 Foundation Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

3-6 weeks typical (often paired with a 2-3 day training course)

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

PECB KCP (online proctored)

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

PECB candidates may retake the exam following the published retake policy. Failed candidates receive feedback on weak domains.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$500 USD (KCP delivered)
Application Fee$200 USD (Foundation Certificate application, paid after passing)
Total Estimated Cost$700-2,000 with optional training
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ISO 27001 Foundation Exam Details

PECB ISO/IEC 27001 Foundation

Administered by PECB

Official Source
70%
Passing Score
40
Questions
1
Hours
$500 USD exam fee + $200 USD Foundation Certificate application (KCP delivered)
Exam Fee
Study time: 20-40 hours
Prerequisites: None — entry-level credential; basic familiarity with management systems helpful
Valid for: No expiration — Foundation is exempt from PECB's CPD, Annual Maintenance Fee, and recertification requirements

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official PECB content outline

Fundamental Principles and Concepts of Information Security Management50%

CIA triad and related properties (authenticity, non-repudiation, accountability, reliability); ISO/IEC 27000 vocabulary (assets, threats, vulnerabilities, controls); risk management fundamentals including risk identification, analysis, evaluation, and treatment options (modify, retain, avoid, share); and the broader ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards

Information Security Management System (ISMS)50%

ISMS purpose, ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Clauses 4-10 structure, PDCA cycle, top management responsibilities, continual improvement, Annex A controls and the Statement of Applicability (93 controls across 4 themes: Organizational, People, Physical, Technological), and the certification process (Stage 1/Stage 2 audits)

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