ISC Leadership And Organizational Management Practice Question
During a cross-functional security planning session, the IT operations team argues that security controls are negatively impacting system performance. As an ISSMP, what is the most appropriate management approach to resolve this conflict?
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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Perform a joint business impact analysis to determine the optimal balance of security and performance
Effective security management involves balancing security needs with business operational requirements through a collaborative risk-based approach, ensuring security is integrated rather than imposed.
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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Perform a joint business impact analysis to determine the optimal balance of security and performance
Why this is correct
A BIA allows all stakeholders to quantify the risk and make a consensus-based decision.
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Enforce the security controls regardless of performance impacts
Why it's wrong here
This approach ignores the business requirements and will lead to friction.
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Escalate the issue to the CIO for a final decision without further analysis
Why it's wrong here
Escalation should be a last resort; collaborative resolution is preferred.
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Reduce security controls until performance targets are met
Why it's wrong here
This ignores the inherent security risk and fails to address the business needs properly.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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