CISM Incident Management Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are key roles on the crisis management team (CMT) for a major cybersecurity incident? (Select two.)
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
The CMT typically includes the CEO and CISO, among others, to make strategic decisions.
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Why this is correct
CISO leads the technical response and advises on security matters.
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Security analyst
Why it's wrong here
A security analyst focuses on technical detection, triage, and containment actions within the security operations centre, whereas the CMT requires strategic decision-makers who authorise resource allocation and external communications. The analyst lacks the authority to approve business continuity activation or regulatory notifications. It is tempting because analysts are first responders during incidents, making them appear central to any crisis response, but they serve the CMT rather than leading it.
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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Why this is correct
The CEO provides executive leadership and decision authority.
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Help desk manager
Why it's wrong here
Help desk is operational, not typically part of the CMT.
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Network administrator
Why it's wrong here
Network admin is a technical role, not CMT.
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