ISC Security Architecture Modeling Practice Question
Which THREE components are typically included in an Enterprise Security Architecture (ESA) framework? (Select THREE)
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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Security Reference Architecture
ESA frameworks require governance, a design methodology, and a component reference library.
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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Security Reference Architecture
Why this is correct
Reference models provide reusable components.
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Help Desk Ticket Log
Why it's wrong here
This is an operational log.
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Hardware Inventory
Why it's wrong here
This is an operational inventory, not a framework component.
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Security Governance Model
Why this is correct
Governance is essential for policy enforcement.
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Architecture Design Methodology
Why this is correct
A methodology is the process for creating the architecture.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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