CDPSE Privacy Governance Practice Question
Which role is primarily responsible for the overall oversight of privacy governance within an organization to ensure that privacy policies are being followed?
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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Data Protection Officer (DPO)
The Data Protection Officer (DPO) or Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) is tasked with the independent oversight of the privacy program.
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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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Why it's wrong here
The CFO focuses on financial management, not privacy governance.
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Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Why it's wrong here
The CIO focuses on IT strategy and infrastructure, not privacy governance.
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Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Why this is correct
The DPO is explicitly tasked with monitoring compliance and advising on data protection obligations.
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External Legal Counsel
Why it's wrong here
Counsel provides advice, but does not manage internal privacy governance implementation.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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