ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor

Course Overview

The PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Auditor training course provides participants with the skills and knowledge to audit application security processes based on ISO/IEC 27034 series.

Participants will learn to assess how application security is governed, implemented, and maintained, focusing on key ISO/IEC 27034 concepts such as the Organizational Normative Framework (ONF), Application Normative Framework (ANF), and Application Security Controls (ASCs). The course draws on auditing principles from ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1 to support a structured approach to auditing application security. These standards are used as guidance rather than for certification, as ISO/IEC 27034 itself is not a certifiable standard.

Through practical exercises and scenario-based activities, participants will build competence in conducting application security audits in various organizational contexts.

Why Should You Attend?
As application security threats grow increasingly complex, organizations must ensure that all applications, whether internally developed, outsourced, or commercially purchased, are properly secured throughout their lifecycle. ISO/IEC 27034 provides structured guidance for achieving this.

By attending this course, participants will gain the skills to plan, manage, and report on audit activities; evaluate an organization’s ONF, its processes, and components associated with application security, the application security management process (ASMP), and the application’s level of trust.

This training is ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their auditing capabilities, contribute to organizational compliance, and support the ongoing development of application security practices.

Who Should Attend?
This training course is intended for:

  • Auditors seeking to perform and lead audits of application security processes

  • Information security and IT professionals responsible for application security governance

  • Consultants and managers involved in application security compliance assessments

  • Members of audit teams and individuals preparing for ISO/IEC 27034 application security audit

Learning Objectives
Upon completing this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of application security based on ISO/IEC 27034

  • Interpret the ISO/IEC 27034 guidelines for application security from the perspective of an auditor

  • Evaluate the application security conformity to ISO/IEC 27034 guidelines, in accordance with the fundamental audit concepts and principles

  • Plan, conduct, and close an ISO/IEC 27034 compliance audit, in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other best practices of auditing

  • Manage an ISO/IEC 27034 audit program

Educational Approach

  • This training course includes essay-type exercises, multiple-choice quizzes, examples and best practices used in application security.

  • Participants are strongly encouraged to interact with one another, exchange ideas, and actively participate in discussions.

  • The quiz structure within the course closely mirrors that of the certification exam, ensuring participants are well-prepared for the exam.

Prerequisites
Participants who attend this course must be familiar with application security concepts and have in-depth knowledge of application security principles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor course?

The course covers five days of content, with the certification exam on the fifth day. In the self-study format you cover the same material at your own pace.

Is the exam included in the price?

Yes. The course fee includes the PECB certification and examination fees, plus one free exam retake within 12 months.

What are the prerequisites for ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor?

Participants who attend this course must be familiar with application security concepts and have in-depth knowledge of application security principles.

Which formats and languages is ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor available in?

It is available as self-study (English). Choose the format and language before adding the course to your cart.

Is there a live class for ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor?

There is no scheduled live class for this course at the moment. Organizations that want a dedicated live session can contact us at [email protected].

Who issues the certificate?

PECB issues the certificate. After passing the exam you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor” credential. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.

The “PECB ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Auditor” exam fully meets the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. The exam lasts 3 hours and covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of application security

Domain 2: Application security audit concepts and principles

Domain 3: Initiating an application security audit

Domain 4: Preparing an ISO/IEC 27034 audit

Domain 5: Conducting an ISO/IEC 27034 audit

Domain 6: Audit closure and follow-up for application security

After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials below. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential.

The requirements for the “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor” certification are:

Credential Exam Professional experience Application security experience Other requirements
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27034 Provisional Application Security Auditor PECB ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor exam or equivalent None None Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27034 Application Security Auditor PECB ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor exam or equivalent Two years: one year in application security 200 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor PECB ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor exam or equivalent Five years: two years in application security 300 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27034 Senior Lead Application Security Auditor PECB ISO/IEC 27034 Lead Application Security Auditor exam or equivalent Ten years: seven years in application security 1,000 hours Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
  • Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
  • Participants receive more than 450 pages of training materials, including practical examples, exercises and quizzes.
  • An attestation of course completion worth CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits is issued to participants.
  • If the first exam attempt is not passed, one retake is free within 12 months.
Original price was: CA$1,500.00.Current price is: CA$750.00.
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Course agenda

Day 1: Introduction to application security and the ISO/IEC 27034 family of standards

Day 2: Initiating and preparing an application security audit

Day 3: Conducting the on-site application security audit

Day 4: Reporting, completing and following up on the audit

Day 5: Certification exam