CISM Information Security Programme Practice Question
Which of the following security team roles is primarily responsible for designing and implementing security solutions to protect an organization's systems and data?
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Security architect
The security architect designs the overall security structure, including policies, technologies, and controls. Other roles focus on operations, analysis, or governance.
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Security architect
Why this is correct
Designs and oversees implementation of security solutions.
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Security analyst
Why it's wrong here
Focuses on monitoring and analysis, not design.
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GRC analyst
Why it's wrong here
Focuses on governance, risk, and compliance.
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Penetration tester
Why it's wrong here
Tests security, not design.
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