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GAQM ISO-ISMS-LA Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | GAQM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | ISO 27001 : 2013 ISMS - Certified Lead Auditor |
| Exam Number: | ISO-ISMS-LA |
| Passing Score: | 70% (35 out of 50 correct answers) |
| Exam Duration: | 60 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 50 |
| Related Certifications: | ISO/IEC 27001:2022 - Certified Lead Auditor ISO 27001 : 2013 ISMS - Foundation ISO / IEC 27002 - Lead Implementer ISO 27001 ISMS - Certified Internal Auditor |
| Exam Format: | Proctored online exam, Multiple-choice |
| Exam Price: | USD pricing varies by package and region |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored exam delivered through ProctorU; can be taken remotely with webcam and internet connection |
| Pre Condition: | No prerequisites required |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://gaqm.org/certifications/iso_certifications/iso-27001-2013-certified-lead-auditor |
GAQM ISO-ISMS-LA Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Topic 1: ISMS Business Context | - Requirements Relevant to the ISMS - ISMS Scope - Organisational Context - Gathering Requirements Relevant to the ISMS - Needs and Expectations - Interested Parties |
| Topic 2: Information Security | - More Ado About Risks - Globally Connected - Decoding the Secret of Information Security Management - Management and Awareness - The Importance of Being Informed - Legislation, Regulation and Governance |
| Topic 3: Information Security 27001 Standards | - ISMS Stages - ISMS Audience - ISO/IEC Standardisation - Overview - The Weakest Link - Evolution of the ISO/IEC 27000 - Processes - Overview of ISO/IEC 27001:2013 |
| Topic 4: ISMS Improvement and Audit Management | - Audit Principles and Techniques - Managing an Audit Team - Continual Improvement - Nonconformity and Corrective Action |
| Topic 5: ISMS Operation and Performance Evaluation | - Internal Audit - Monitoring and Measurement - Operational Planning and Control - Management Review |
| Topic 6: ISMS Leadership | - Information Security Policy - Roles, Responsibilities and Authorities - Leadership and Commitment |
| Topic 7: ISMS Planning and Support | - Awareness and Communication - Information Security Objectives - Risk Assessment and Risk Treatment - Documented Information - Resources and Competence |
GAQM ISO 27001 : 2013 ISMS - Certified Lead Auditor Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the GAQM ISO-ISMS-LA exam?
The ISO-ISMS-LA exam is the official GAQM exam behind the GAQM: ISO certification, validating the skills measured by the GAQM ISO 27001 : 2013 ISMS - Certified Lead Auditor credential. It sits at the Lead Auditor level of the GAQM certification program. It also connects to ISO 27001 ISMS - Certified Internal Auditor, ISO 27001 : 2013 ISMS - Foundation, ISO / IEC 27002 - Lead Implementer, ISO/IEC 27001:2022 - Certified Lead Auditor, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the ISO-ISMS-LA exam, and how much time do I get?
The ISO-ISMS-LA exam contains 50 questions to be completed within 60 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the ISO-ISMS-LA exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the ISO-ISMS-LA exam is 70% (35 out of 50 correct answers), and the official registration fee is USD pricing varies by package and region. Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 99 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the ISO-ISMS-LA exam?
No prerequisites required Requirements can change when GAQM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
Can I try the ISO-ISMS-LA practice questions before I buy?
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What topics are covered in the ISO-ISMS-LA exam?
The GAQM ISO 27001 : 2013 ISMS - Certified Lead Auditor exam blueprint is organized into 7 domains. The first three are:
- ISMS Operation and Performance Evaluation
- ISMS Business Context
- Information Security
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
GAQM ISO 27001 : 2013 ISMS - Certified Lead Auditor Sample Questions:
Question 1
Phishing is what type of Information Security Incident?
A. Technical Vulnerabilities
B. Private Incidents
C. Cracker/Hacker Attacks
D. Legal Incidents
Question 2
What is the standard definition of ISMS?
A. A company wide business objectives to achieve information security awareness for establishing, implementing, operating, monitoring, reviewing, maintaining and improving
B. Is an information security systematic approach to achieve business objectives for implementation, establishing, reviewing,operating and maintaining organization's reputation.
C. A project-based approach to achieve business objectives for establishing, implementing, operating, monitoring, reviewing, maintaining and improving an organization's information security
D. A systematic approach for establishing, implementing, operating,monitoring, reviewing, maintaining and improving an organization's information security to achieve business objectives.
Question 3
An administration office is going to determine the dangers to which it is exposed.
What do we call a possible event that can have a disruptive effect on the reliability of information?
A. vulnerability
B. dependency
C. threat
D. risk
Question 4
You receive an E-mail from some unknown person claiming to be representative of your bank and asking for your account number and password so that they can fix your account. Such an attempt of social engineering is called
A. Phishing
B. Shoulder Surfing
C. Spoofing
D. Mountaineering
Question 5
What type of measure involves the stopping of possible consequences of security incidents?
A. Corrective
B. Repressive
C. Preventive
D. Detective
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: C | Question 2 Answer: D | Question 3 Answer: C | Question 4 Answer: A | Question 5 Answer: B |


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