212-89 Incident Handling Process Practice Question
You are utilizing NIST SP 800-61 Rev. 2 to structure your incident response team. During a critical ransomware outbreak, you need to assign a lead who coordinates with legal, PR, and executive leadership. Which role should you designate to ensure organizational communication is handled per the policy?
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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Incident Coordinator
The Incident Coordinator or Communications Lead is responsible for managing the flow of information during an incident, keeping stakeholders informed without compromising technical investigation efforts.
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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Incident Coordinator
Why this is correct
The Incident Coordinator manages the communication plan and serves as the liaison between the technical team and executive stakeholders.
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Technical Lead
Why it's wrong here
The Technical Lead focuses on eradication and containment rather than organizational communications.
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Forensics Analyst
Why it's wrong here
Forensics analysts focus on evidence integrity and analysis, not corporate communications.
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System Administrator
Why it's wrong here
System administrators perform technical recovery tasks.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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