CDPSE Privacy Governance Practice Question
A CDPSE practitioner is integrating privacy controls into the SDLC. Which action best ensures privacy by design during the requirements gathering phase?
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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Conducting a privacy impact assessment on functional requirements.
Privacy by design requires embedding privacy requirements early in the SDLC.
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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Installing a firewall after code completion.
Why it's wrong here
This is a security, not privacy, requirement integration.
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Reviewing audit logs after the system launch.
Why it's wrong here
This is a reactive control, not privacy by design.
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Performing a DPIA after production deployment.
Why it's wrong here
DPIAs must be performed before processing.
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Conducting a privacy impact assessment on functional requirements.
Why this is correct
Evaluating requirements for privacy risks is a core principle of Privacy by Design.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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