CGRC Assessment And Audit Practice Question
Which document defines the specific security controls that an organization must implement based on its risk assessment?
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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System Security Plan (SSP)
The System Security Plan (SSP) describes the system and the controls that have been selected (tailored) to meet security requirements.
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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Incident Response Plan
Why it's wrong here
This handles incidents.
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Risk Management Plan
Why it's wrong here
This manages the risk process, not the controls.
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Security Assessment Report (SAR)
Why it's wrong here
The SAR reports on the effectiveness of controls.
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System Security Plan (SSP)
Why this is correct
The SSP identifies applied controls.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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