CISM Information Security Governance Practice Question
An organization's board of directors wants to ensure that security activities align with business objectives. Which governance practice best supports this alignment?
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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Developing a multi-year security roadmap tied to business strategy
A security strategy that directly references business goals ensures that security investments and initiatives support organizational priorities.
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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Conducting annual security awareness training
Why it's wrong here
Training is important but does not directly align security with business goals.
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Implementing a decentralized security model
Why it's wrong here
Model choice alone does not ensure alignment.
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Developing a multi-year security roadmap tied to business strategy
Why this is correct
Correct: Roadmap explicitly aligns with business objectives.
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Hiring a CISO with a technical background
Why it's wrong here
CISO background is not a governance practice for alignment.
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