Exam CISM topic 1 question 22 discussion

From the CISM Review Manual, 15th Edition, by ISACA: "Incident response strategies need to have clear and well-defined escalation processes. This is especially true when dealing with cloud providers where the client company may have little or no control over the actual infrastructure where their data is stored and processed. If an incident occurs, it is vital that the cloud provider can be quickly and effectively alerted, and that there is a clearly defined process for how the cloud provider will respond to and communicate during such incidents. The escalation process needs to clearly outline who should be contacted, how they should be contacted, what information should be provided, and what the next steps are in the incident response process."

Think as a manager D

D While elements such as security audit reports, recovery time objectives (RTO), and technological capabilities are important, they are often dependent on effective escalation processes. Proper escalation ensures that the right people are aware of the incident and can make informed decisions about how to proceed. Without effective escalation, even the best technological capabilities and security measures might not be effectively utilized during an incident.

RTO is one of inc mng outcomes, while escallation process is element of inc mng plan

I think I will go for D because the question is relating to "incident response strategy" which clearly is process thing

RTO. Escalation process can't negotiate with Google or Microsoft like cloud provider. RTO should be set as a wholistic approach

Recovery time objective (RTO) is an integral part of incident response strategy. RTO defines the maximum acceptable duration of downtime following an incident, representing the time it takes to restore critical business operations to a functional state. In essence, RTO establishes the organization's tolerance for disruption and serves as a benchmark for measuring the effectiveness of incident response efforts. A well-defined RTO plays a crucial role in incident response strategy by: Setting Expectations: RTO clearly communicates the organization's priorities and expectations regarding recovery timelines, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned on the desired level of resilience.

When working with a cloud provider, it is crucial to assess their technological capabilities related to incident response. This includes their ability to detect and respond to security incidents, the availability of logging and monitoring tools, and the overall security features of their cloud platform. Understanding the technological capabilities of the cloud provider is fundamental to developing an effective incident response strategy that aligns with the shared responsibility model in cloud computing. While other factors, such as security audit reports (option A), recovery time objective (RTO) (option B), and escalation processes (option D), are important considerations, the provider's technological capabilities play a central role in incident detection, response, and overall security posture within the cloud environment.

From the CISM Review Manual, 15th Edition, by ISACA: "Incident response strategies need to have clear and well-defined escalation processes. This is especially true when dealing with cloud providers where the client company may have little or no control over the actual infrastructure where their data is stored and processed. If an incident occurs, it is vital that the cloud provider can be quickly and effectively alerted, and that there is a clearly defined process for how the cloud provider will respond to and communicate during such incidents. The escalation process needs to clearly outline who should be contacted, how they should be contacted, what information should be provided, and what the next steps are in the incident response process."

The most important security consideration should be a clear stated of roles and responsibilities of the client and the provider. This will facilitate proper definition of the escalation process

D While elements such as security audit reports, recovery time objectives (RTO), and technological capabilities are important, they are often dependent on effective escalation processes. Proper escalation ensures that the right people are aware of the incident and can make informed decisions about how to proceed. Without effective escalation, even the best technological capabilities and security measures might not be effectively utilized during an incident.

B and D deal with incident response, are are not SECURITY considerations. However CONTROLS determine the capability of the CSP to be able to actually detect security incidents, therefore that is the only option that addresses the question. You have to read these carefully. The key to this one is the wording "security consideration".

I would say D

The focus is on " incident response"

The MOST important security consideration when developing an incident response strategy with a cloud provider is the technological capabilities (C). This refers to the cloud provider's infrastructure, tools, and security features that support incident response activities. It is crucial to assess the cloud provider's ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate security incidents effectively. This includes evaluating their incident response mechanisms, incident handling procedures, and incident reporting capabilities. While security audit reports (A), recovery time objective (RTO) (B), and escalation processes (D) are all important factors to consider, they are secondary to the provider's technological capabilities in terms of incident response readiness and effectiveness.

Recovery time objective (RTO)

C. Technological capabilities