CISM Information Security Programme Practice Question
An organization wants to establish a security champions program. What is the primary benefit of embedding security advocates in development teams?
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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Improving secure coding adoption and collaboration
Security champions serve as liaisons, promoting security practices and facilitating communication between security and development teams.
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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Eliminating the need for vulnerability assessments
Why it's wrong here
Assessments are still needed; champions complement them.
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Replacing the role of security architects
Why it's wrong here
Champions are not replacements for specialized roles.
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Improving secure coding adoption and collaboration
Why this is correct
Champions advocate for security and help integrate it into development.
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Reducing the need for a SOC
Why it's wrong here
SOC handles monitoring, not development integration.
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