ISC Security Architecture Modeling Practice Question
When designing a secure cloud architecture, which TWO security services are essential for identity and access management? (Select TWO)
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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Role-Based Access Control
IAM requires robust policy enforcement and federation for secure access.
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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Physical security
Why it's wrong here
This is physical facility security.
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Packet inspection
Why it's wrong here
This is network security.
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Role-Based Access Control
Why this is correct
Standard for managing permissions.
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Data backup
Why it's wrong here
This is availability/resilience, not IAM.
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Federated Identity
Why this is correct
Essential for cross-domain access.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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