ISC Leadership And Organizational Management Practice Question
A security manager is evaluating organizational security culture. Which indicator provides the most reliable evidence of a 'security-first' culture?
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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Volume of self-reported security near-misses
The reporting of near-misses by employees shows that staff are actively engaged in security awareness and feel safe identifying potential threats, which is a key trait of a mature security culture.
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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Volume of self-reported security near-misses
Why this is correct
This indicates an empowered and vigilant workforce.
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Budget allocated to security
Why it's wrong here
Budget represents resource allocation, not cultural behavior.
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Percentage of employees who completed training
Why it's wrong here
Completion of training is a compliance metric, not a cultural indicator.
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Number of security policies written
Why it's wrong here
Policies are documents, not indicators of culture.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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