CISM Information Security Programme Practice Question
Which security team role is primarily responsible for defining and maintaining security architecture standards?
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.
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Security architect
The security architect designs the security architecture, ensuring that security controls are integrated into systems and networks.
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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GRC analyst
Why it's wrong here
GRC analysts focus on governance, risk, and compliance, not technical architecture.
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Security analyst
Why it's wrong here
Security analysts monitor and respond to incidents, not architecture.
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Penetration tester
Why it's wrong here
Penetration testers assess vulnerabilities, not architecture.
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Security architect
Why this is correct
The security architect defines security architecture and standards.
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