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CISM · Question #750

Which of the following is MOST important to the ongoing success of an information security program?

The correct answer is A. Executive sponsorship. Executive sponsorship is the most important factor for the ongoing success of an information security program because it ensures strategic alignment, funding, visibility, and authority. Without leadership support, even well-designed programs with skilled staff and good…

Submitted by sofia.br· Apr 18, 2026Information Security Governance

Question

Which of the following is MOST important to the ongoing success of an information security program?

Options

  • AExecutive sponsorship
  • BSkilled personnel
  • CProcess automation
  • DRegular awareness training

How the community answered

(41 responses)
  • A
    46% (19)
  • B
    34% (14)
  • C
    12% (5)
  • D
    7% (3)

Explanation

Executive sponsorship is the most important factor for the ongoing success of an information security program because it ensures strategic alignment, funding, visibility, and authority. Without leadership support, even well-designed programs with skilled staff and good processes may fail to gain the necessary traction or resources across the organization.

Topics

#Executive sponsorship#Information security governance#Program sustainability#Strategic alignment

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