SSCP Security Operations and Administration Practice Question
A security awareness training program aims to reduce successful phishing attacks. Which metric is most appropriate for measuring the effectiveness of this training?
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Why each option matters
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Percentage of employees who click simulated phishing links
The primary goal is to reduce user susceptibility, so tracking the number of employees who click on simulated phishing links directly measures behavior change.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Percentage of employees who click simulated phishing links
Why this is correct
Correct. This directly measures the effectiveness of training in reducing risky behavior.
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Training completion rate
Why it's wrong here
Completion does not guarantee behavior change.
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Number of reported phishing emails
Why it's wrong here
Reporting is good, but the key metric is reduction in clicking.
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Number of security incidents caused by phishing
Why it's wrong here
This is a lagging indicator and may be affected by other controls.
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