CGEIT Risk Optimization Practice Question
Which role is typically responsible for the final acceptance of IT risks at the enterprise level?
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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The Chief Information Officer (CIO) or the Board.
Senior management/Board accountability is required for enterprise risk.
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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The Network Engineer.
Why it's wrong here
This is a technical role with no governance authority.
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The external auditor.
Why it's wrong here
Auditors review the risk, they do not accept it.
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The IT Security Manager.
Why it's wrong here
They manage the risk, but do not own the enterprise risk.
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The Chief Information Officer (CIO) or the Board.
Why this is correct
Risk ownership and acceptance reside at the executive/board level.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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