CRISC Information Technology and Security Practice Question
An organization's architecture review board (ARB) is evaluating a new solution architecture. What is the PRIMARY risk management role of the ARB in this context?
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Identifying and mitigating security risks in the architecture
The ARB reviews solution architectures to identify and address security risks before implementation, ensuring alignment with the organization's risk appetite.
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Identifying and mitigating security risks in the architecture
Why this is correct
The ARB reviews for security risks and ensures they are addressed.
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Selecting the technology vendor for the solution
Why it's wrong here
Vendor selection is typically done by procurement, not ARB.
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Ensuring the solution aligns with the enterprise IT strategy
Why it's wrong here
Strategic alignment is important, but the ARB's specific risk role is reviewing security risks.
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Approving the project budget and timeline
Why it's wrong here
Budget and timeline are project management responsibilities, not ARB.
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