CISM Information Security Governance Practice Question
An organization is implementing a hybrid governance model for information security. Which statement best describes this approach?
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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A central security team sets policies and provides oversight, while business units execute security operations
Hybrid combines centralized oversight with decentralized execution within business units.
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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All security decisions are made by a central security team
Why it's wrong here
That is a centralised model.
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Each business unit has full autonomy over security without central coordination
Why it's wrong here
That is decentralised.
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Security is outsourced to a third-party provider
Why it's wrong here
Outsourcing is a delivery model, not a governance model.
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A central security team sets policies and provides oversight, while business units execute security operations
Why this is correct
Hybrid combines central direction with local execution.
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