SDSI Risk Events And Requirements Practice Question
Which THREE items are included in a SOC 'Incident Response Tool' evaluation?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Cost of the software subscription.
SOC tools must be evaluated for integration, ease of use, and automation capabilities.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Cost of the software subscription.
Why this is correct
Budget is always part of tool evaluation.
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Automation and orchestration capabilities.
Why this is correct
Automation is essential for efficient SOC operations.
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The vendor's headquarters location.
Why it's wrong here
Location is not a functional requirement.
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Capability to integrate with existing security stack.
Why this is correct
Integration is critical for a unified SOC.
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The number of employees in the vendor's marketing department.
Why it's wrong here
This is irrelevant to tool effectiveness.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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