CGRC System Compliance Practice Question
If a security control is deemed 'Not Applicable' (NA) in the System Security Plan (SSP), what must the system owner provide?
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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A technical justification for the N/A status
For a control to be N/A, there must be a valid justification based on the system's architecture or operational environment.
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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A waiver request to the CISO
Why it's wrong here
A waiver is for non-compliance, not for N/A controls.
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A copy of the vendor's warranty
Why it's wrong here
Warranty information is irrelevant to security controls.
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A technical justification for the N/A status
Why this is correct
Justification is required to ensure the control was not mistakenly omitted.
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The procurement contract
Why it's wrong here
Contracts do not justify security control status.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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