CISM Information Security Governance Practice Question
A security manager is measuring the security culture of the organization. Which three metrics are most appropriate?
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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Phishing simulation click rate
These metrics directly reflect employee behavior and the effectiveness of the security culture 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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Phishing simulation click rate
Why this is correct
Measures user susceptibility to phishing.
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Training completion rate
Why this is correct
Indicates engagement with awareness programs.
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Security budget as percentage of IT budget
Why it's wrong here
Budget metric is not a culture indicator.
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Number of security policies published
Why it's wrong here
Policy count does not measure culture.
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Percentage of incidents due to human error
Why this is correct
Reflects impact of culture on behavior.
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