CISM Incident Management Practice Question
Which of the following is the PRIMARY role of the executive sponsor in the incident response team structure?
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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To provide strategic direction, resources, and decision-making authority.
The executive sponsor provides authority, resources, and strategic direction, and ensures the IR team has the support needed to respond effectively.
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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To handle all media inquiries and public relations.
Why it's wrong here
That is the role of the communications lead.
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To serve as legal counsel and ensure compliance.
Why it's wrong here
Legal counsel is a separate role.
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To provide strategic direction, resources, and decision-making authority.
Why this is correct
The executive sponsor is a senior leader who enables the IR team.
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To manage the technical investigation and forensic analysis.
Why it's wrong here
That is the role of the security analysts and forensic investigators.
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