Edoxi’s 16-hour online ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation training provides essential knowledge in information security risk management, including risk assessment and treatment planning. This PECB-accredited course is available in online and corporate formats. It provides hands-on simulations, role-plays, and practical templates to translate ISO/IEC 27005 principles into workplace applications. You can gain experience through asset‑threat mapping workshops, risk treatment planning exercises, and mock exams that prepare you for the PECB ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation certification.
Our ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation course covers core risk management, ISO/IEC 27005 framework, risk assessment and treatment, communication, and ISMS-aligned monitoring. The ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation training materials include PECB‑endorsed slides, risk templates, sample reports, and practice tests. These sessions emphasise real-world case studies from IT, finance, healthcare, and government sectors to ensure hands-on applicability.
This ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation course is ideal for IT, risk, compliance, and business continuity professionals, as well as those seeking entry-level roles in information security. After completing the course, you will be prepared for the PECB exam and earn the PECB Certificate Holder in ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation credential. This credential offers global recognition for your expertise in information security risk management.
Enrol now to build the skills needed to identify, evaluate, and treat information security risks and strengthen your organisation’s resilience.
ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation Exam Details
The PECB ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation exam validates your foundational knowledge in information security risk management, covering risk identification, analysis, evaluation, and treatment per ISO/IEC 27005. Key exam details include:
| Exam Criteria | Details |
| Exam Duration | 60 minutes |
| Number of Questions | 40 questions |
| Question Type | Multiple choice |
| Passing Score | 70% (28 correct answers) |
| Open Book |
Yes (only training materials allowed)
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| Exam Administration Authority | PECB |
| Exam Language Options |
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and other languages
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| Certification Validity |
Lifetime (no recertification required)
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Engage in stakeholder consultation exercises and communication scenarios based on industry risk contexts.
Participate in ISO 27005-aligned scenarios that replicate real organisational risk management challenges.
Access official slides, risk templates, and ISO 27005 summary guides aligned with certification requirements.
Complete practice tests that mirror the PECB certification exam format and competency domain requirements.
Analyse actual information security risk situations from finance, healthcare, and government sectors.
Develop comprehensive risk treatment plans using structured frameworks and organisational scenario mapping.
Build foundational ISO-based risk management expertise.
Strengthen skills in identifying and mitigating risks.
Understand ISO-aligned governance and control frameworks.
Begin your journey in information security management.
Learn structured approaches for organisational resilience.
Gain essential knowledge for entry-level risk management roles.
Our online ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation course blends expert-led sessions with hands-on projects based on real-world information security risk scenarios. Key projects include:
Identify organisational assets and map associated threats and vulnerabilities using ISO/IEC 27005 principles.
Engage in a mock consultation with stakeholders to define risk criteria and scope for ISMS implementation.
Develop a structured risk treatment plan for a financial institution addressing mitigation, transfer, and acceptance strategies.
Design a continuous risk monitoring and improvement framework aligned with the ISMS lifecycle stages.
Conduct a simulated risk assessment for a healthcare organisation to evaluate impact and likelihood using risk matrices.
Analyse a real-world data breach case and assess response actions against ISO/IEC 27005 recommendations.
By completing our ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation course, you’ll gain practical skills in identifying, assessing, and treating information security risks using ISO-aligned methods. The following are the key course outcomes:
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Join Edoxi’s ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation Course
Among the many options available, Edoxi is the best choice. Here’s why Edoxi’s ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation training is the perfect fit for your needs:
Our training follows the official PECB guidelines, ensuring complete alignment with international ISO/IEC 27005 certification standards.
Learn from certified experts with years of experience in ISMS implementation and risk management across multiple industries.
Engage in real-world case studies and risk simulations to apply ISO/IEC 27005 principles effectively in practical scenarios.
Choose from online or corporate sessions designed to fit your schedule and learning preferences.
Edoxi delivers tailored ISO and cybersecurity programs for leading organisations across the UAE and GCC.
With centers in Dubai, Qatar, Kuwait and London, Edoxi provides consistent, high-quality training recognised worldwide.
Our mentors are leaders and experts in their fields. They can challenge and guide you on your road to success!
Inzamam Nizam
Inzamam Nizam is a Cyber Security & Security Engineer with over six years of experience in offensive cybersecurity, vulnerability research, and application security. His expertise includes mobile (iOS/Android), web, and network penetration testing, secure code review, red teaming, exploit development, and secure architecture assessments. Recognised in the SynAck Hall of Fame for discovering critical security vulnerabilities, he is passionate about helping organisations strengthen their security posture through practical, research-driven approaches.
Throughout his career, Inzamam has led security assessments, adversary emulation exercises, and secure development initiatives across diverse industries, including banking and enterprise environments. He has contributed to innovative cybersecurity projects such as SPELL-BOUND, an open-source adversary emulation framework, GHOSTWARE AI, an AI-powered security assessment platform, and KAEDAE, a behaviour-based keylogger detection solution. Through his writing, he shares practical insights, emerging attack techniques, and defensive strategies to help security professionals stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape.
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No prior certification or experience is required. A basic understanding of IT systems and organisational operations will help you follow the course effectively.
You will learn to identify, assess, and manage information security risks, develop treatment plans, and apply ISO/IEC 27005 principles in real organisational contexts.
Yes, the certification is globally recognised and valued by organisations implementing ISO/IEC 27001 for demonstrating competence in international risk management standards.
Yes, Edoxi customises corporate training to match your organisation’s context, assets, and challenges with flexible delivery options online or on-site.
ISO/IEC 27005 supports ISO/IEC 27001 by detailing processes for identifying, analysing, and treating information security risks within an ISMS framework.
The course lasts two days, and most participants complete training, examination, and certification within two to three weeks.
Industries like IT, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, telecommunications, and government benefit greatly from ISO/IEC 27005-certified professionals managing data and risk.
The exam includes 40 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 60 minutes and follows an open-book format.
Participants receive PECB-endorsed slides, templates, and practical guides aligned with ISO/IEC 27005 certification requirements and real-world applications.
Yes, the PECB exam can be taken either online or at approved testing centers, depending on your convenience.
Professionals with an ISO/IEC 27005 Foundation certification can earn between $92,505 and $145,366 annually, depending on their job role, experience, and employer. Salary varies by role and experience.
