ISC Systems Lifecycle Management Practice Question
Which THREE factors should an ISSMP consider when selecting security controls for a new system?
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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The organization's threat landscape
Selecting controls involves balancing business requirements, regulatory compliance, and the actual threat landscape to ensure a proportionate risk response.
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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The vendor's marketing materials
Why it's wrong here
Marketing claims are not reliable for determining security control effectiveness.
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The organization's threat landscape
Why this is correct
Controls must be relevant to the threats the organization faces.
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Operational impact and performance
Why this is correct
Controls must not render the system unusable or prohibitively slow.
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Regulatory and compliance requirements
Why this is correct
Controls must meet legal and regulatory mandates.
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The number of employees in the company
Why it's wrong here
Staff count is not a direct factor in selecting security controls.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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