ISC Governance Risk And Compliance Practice Question
Which THREE components are critical to implement an effective 'Security as Code' architecture?
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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Continuous monitoring and remediation.
Security as Code requires automation, testing, and continuous enforcement.
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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Continuous monitoring and remediation.
Why this is correct
Automates the feedback loop.
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Version control for security policies.
Why this is correct
Ensures auditable changes to policy.
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Physical security keys for all developers.
Why it's wrong here
Good practice, but not a component of Security as Code.
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Manual approval boards for every change.
Why it's wrong here
Slows down CI/CD and isn't 'as code'.
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Automated security testing in the pipeline.
Why this is correct
Enforces security during the build.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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