Get ISO 27001 Certified: A Practical Roadmap to Implementing ISO/IEC 27001:2022 in Any Organization

This book offers a clear, practical, and well-structured guide for implementing ISO 27001 in real organizations. Written for managers, consultants, auditors, and Information Security Professionals, it goes beyond theory to explain what the standard requires, why it is important, and how to implement it step by step.

Instead of seeing ISO 27001 as mere paperwork or compliance, the book emphasizes building an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS) that works in practice. Each clause is clearly explained, with real-world examples, practical advice, templates, checklists, quizzes, and tools that readers can customize to their specific needs.

The book is designed to simulate a guided classroom session, helping readers grasp leadership responsibilities, risk management, documentation, audits, continual improvement, and certification preparation with confidence. It also connects implementation with certification readiness, making it suitable for both first-time adopters and organizations preparing for audits.

Whether the goal is certification, regulatory compliance, or stronger information security governance, this book helps readers transition from understanding ISO 27001 to applying it effectively and sustainably.

Dr. Swapan Purkait is a seasoned ISO trainer, consultant, and educator with over 30 years of professional experience in the fields of information security, network security, risk management, privacy, and business continuity.

He began teaching and training in information security as early as 1999, long before it became a mainstream concern for organizations. Since 2006, he has been deeply engaged in implementing, auditing, and training organizations on ISO standards, particularly ISO/IEC 27001.

Dr. Swapan holds a PhD in Information Security from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, where his research focused on phishing and its countermeasures. He is also a certified Lead Auditor in six ISO standards. He has delivered hundreds of training programs and consulting engagements across 20+ countries, including India, Singapore, Netherlands, Qatar, UAE, South Africa, Nigeria, and more.

As the Founder and Director of Nettech Private Limited, he has led ISO implementation and training projects across a wide range of sectors — including central banks, telecom operators, oil and gas enterprises, mining companies, airlines, government agencies, and critical infrastructure providers.

He is also associated with BSI Group as an Associate Tutor, delivering specialized ISO training courses to professionals around the world. In addition to his role as a trainer, he is entrusted with developing delegate materials for BSI’s official ISO programs — a mark of distinction that speaks to his technical expertise, clarity of instruction, and content development skills.

What sets Dr. Swapan apart is his discussion-based, highly relatable teaching style. Known for using everyday analogies and real-world examples — often inspired by his travels to over 50 countries — he makes complex ISO standards practical, memorable, and easy to apply. His sessions are known for being interactive, engaging, and free of unnecessary jargon or PowerPoint overload.

Over the years, he has conducted hundreds of seminars and webinars for university students and professionals alike, helping demystify the world of standards and information security.

In short, Dr. Swapan Purkait doesn’t just teach standards — he lives them, applies them, and makes them accessible to everyone.