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SSCP Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are key components of…
Which TWO of the following are key components of an organization's security policy framework? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
ISC2 often tests the distinction between policy framework documents (e.g., SOPs, policies) and technical controls (e.g., IDS, ACLs, firewall rules), leading candidates to confuse operational tools with governance components.
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
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Standard operating procedures
Standard operating procedures (SOPs) are a key component of an organization's security policy framework because they provide detailed, step-by-step instructions for implementing security controls and responding to incidents. SOPs operationalize high-level policies into actionable tasks, ensuring consistency and compliance across the organization. They are formal documents that define the 'how' of security operations, such as patch management or user account provisioning.
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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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Standard operating procedures
Why this is correct
Standard operating procedures define how policies are implemented.
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Intrusion detection system
Why it's wrong here
IDS is a technical control, not a policy component.
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Access control lists
Why it's wrong here
ACLs are technical controls, not policy components.
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Security awareness training
Why this is correct
Training ensures personnel understand policies.
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Firewall rules
Why it's wrong here
Firewall rules implement policy but are not part of the framework.
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