Which Certification Level of Effort is indicated by checklist-based, independent security review that includes; interviews, policy/procedure reviews, operations observation? Response:

A checklist-based, independent security review, coupled with interviews, policy/procedure reviews, and operations observation, typically describes a "Low" Certification Level of Effort. This level usually involves a less intrusive and resource-intensive assessment aimed at quick verification of basic security posture, suitable for systems with lower impact levels or in situations where efficiency is prioritized.

A high level of effort would typically involve extensive technical testing, penetration testing, detailed code reviews, and deeper forensic analysis.

A medium level of effort would involve more than a basic checklist, possibly some technical scans or detailed configuration reviews beyond simple observation.

"Moderate" is often used to describe the impact level of a system (low, moderate, high), not directly the certification effort level, though it might align with a medium effort.