CIS-HR Security And Data Protection Practice Question
An HR Administrator needs to configure data masking for the 'SSN' field in the HR Profile (sn_hr_core_profile) table. Which feature should be used to ensure the data is masked for all users except those with the 'hr_admin' role?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Use the 'Field Encryption' module with an encryption context
Field-level encryption or Data Masking is used to protect sensitive data fields based on user roles.
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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Use the 'Field Encryption' module with an encryption context
Why this is correct
Field Encryption allows for role-based access to decrypted data.
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Set a Business Rule on the sys_dictionary table
Why it's wrong here
You cannot secure data by modifying the dictionary definition directly.
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Apply a UI Policy to make the field read-only
Why it's wrong here
UI Policies are for client-side display, not data security.
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Configure an HR Criteria record
Why it's wrong here
HR Criteria is for record visibility, not field-level masking.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ServiceNow exam blueprint
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