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SSCP Practice Question: A new employee needs access to the CRM, email,…
A new employee needs access to the CRM, email, and file servers. The security policy requires that access privileges are granted based on job function. Which process should be used?
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to choose the supervisor's approval (Option D) because it seems logical, but the SSCP exam emphasizes automated role-based assignment over manual approval to enforce consistent, policy-driven access control.
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 identity management team assigns the employee to a role that includes the necessary permissions
Role-based access control (RBAC) assigns permissions based on job functions, not individual requests or ad-hoc approvals. By placing the employee into a predefined role (e.g., 'Sales Rep'), the identity management team ensures that the CRM, email, and file server permissions are granted consistently and in compliance with the security policy. This process enforces the principle of least privilege and simplifies auditing.
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 employee completes a request form detailing the access they need
Why it's wrong here
Self-selection may violate least privilege and policy.
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The IT department grants full access to all systems and later reviews
Why it's wrong here
Granting full access initially violates least privilege.
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The identity management team assigns the employee to a role that includes the necessary permissions
Why this is correct
Role-based access control aligns with job functions.
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The employee's supervisor decides which access is appropriate and informs IT
Why it's wrong here
Without a formal role, this can lead to inconsistent access.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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