The ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Implementer training course prepares professionals to implement and manage an application security program based on the ISO/IEC 27034 standard. Participants will gain the skills needed to integrate security measures within the software development life cycle in order to protect sensitive data and reduce security risks. Through practical exercises and expert guidance, this course equips individuals to lead application security initiatives, ensure compliance, and defend against cyber threats effectively.

Why Should You Attend?

As applications increasingly handle sensitive data and critical functions, ensuring application security has become essential for organizations globally. Attending the ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Implementer training course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the standard’s framework for application security, along with practical skills to establish and maintain the Organization Normative Framework (ONF), implement Application Security Controls (ASCs), and manage security across the Application Security Life Cycle (ASLC). 

Additionally, certification as a “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Implementer” demonstrates expertise and commitment to application security, enhancing career opportunities in roles such as security manager, consultant, or auditor. This course also facilitates networking with other security professionals who share insights and best practices, thereby enhancing the real-world applicability of ISO/IEC 27034 across diverse industries.

Who Can Attend?

• Application security professionals responsible for managing and implementing security measures in the software development life cycle
• IT and information security managers who need to ensure secure application development within their organizations
• Compliance officers and risk managers focused on achieving regulatory compliance and reducing application-related security risks
• Software developers and architects who want to integrate security practices into the development and design processes
• Consultants seeking to broaden their expertise in application security and ISO/IEC 27034 implementation
• Individuals interested in advancing their careers in information security, with a focus on application security

Course agenda

DAY 1 | Introduction to application security and ISO/IEC 27034

DAY 2 | Planning the implementation of ISO/IEC 27034

DAY 3 | Implementation of ISO/IEC 27034 and incident management and response

DAY 4 | Monitoring, continual improvement, and security audits

DAY 5 | Certification exam

Training material

The participant will receive training material containing more than 450 pages of information and practical examples in electronic form via the KATE app.  As part of the full-time course, the participant will also receive printed training materials.

Examination

The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Implementer” exam complies with the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. The exam covers the following competency domains:

• DOMAIN 1 | Fundamental principles and concepts of application security
• DOMAIN 2 | Application security planning
• DOMAIN 3 | Implementation of application security controls
• DOMAIN 4 | Application security incident management and response
• DOMAIN 5 | Verifying and monitoring application security
• DOMAIN 6 | Continual improvement and auditing of application security

The exam takes the form of a test consisting of 80 multiple-choice questions. It is an open-book exam, where candidates are allowed to use the following reference materials: training course materials, any personal notes taken during the training course, a hard copy dictionary, a hard copy of a standard. The exam lasts 3 hours and can be taken online or in paper form. If you do not pass the exam, you can repeat the exam for free within 12 months.

For specific information about the exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and Exam Rules and Policies.

Price

The price includes participation in the course, electronic training materials, exam and PECB certification fees. In addition, the price of the full-time course includes a printed copy of the training material, lunch on the training days and refreshments.

Certification

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO/IEC 27034 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

The requirements for PECB Implementer Certifications are: