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Question #: 404
Topic #: 1
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A newly appointed information security manager has been asked to update all security-related policies and procedures that have been static for five years or more. What is the BEST next step?

  • A. To gain an understanding of the current business direction
  • B. To update in accordance with the best business practices
  • C. To perform a risk assessment of the current IT environment
  • D. To assess corporate culture
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Suggested Answer: A 🗳️

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Josef4CISM
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: A
Its a tough choice between A and B, but I chose A, since the security manager is new in the organization and needs to understand the business first.
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afb4b17
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
" to gain" of answer A is too non-binding. " To access" gives more certainty that it will lead to good outcomes. As manager you want the best possible solution.
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oluchecpoint
12 months ago
Selected Answer: A
A. To gain an understanding of the current business direction
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Agamennore
1 year, 6 months ago
Selected Answer: A
Business direction is the first step for new entries
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Goseu
1 year, 7 months ago
Selected Answer: A
I would suggest A , then perform gap analysis and risk assessment .
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karanvp
1 year, 8 months ago
If 5 years static means the people doesn't prefer changes. Hence culture should be understand first before change.
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richck102
1 year, 8 months ago
A. To gain an understanding of the current business direction
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wello
1 year, 8 months ago
Selected Answer: A
As a newly appointed Security Manager, I would get an understanding of the current business direction.
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meelaan
1 year, 11 months ago
Selected Answer: A
Its A only
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CarlPTY07
1 year, 12 months ago
Selected Answer: A
A, This is the first step.
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CarlLimps
2 years ago
Selected Answer: A
I really like A here. o gain an understanding of the current business direction. I agree, how do you acces culture and have it impact your procedures? Need a clear understanding of the business to know what policies and procedures to update.
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Broesweelies
2 years ago
Selected Answer: A
Risk assessement is important but its probably A.
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Michi23
2 years, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: A
A makes more sense, how would you assess culture?
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MyKasala
2 years, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: A
I think A
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aokisan
2 years, 2 months ago
Selected Answer: C
maybe assess current risk.
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