Which of the following MUST be done when promoting a security awareness program to senior management?

The correct answer is A. Show the need for security; identify the message and the audience. The most important thing to do when promoting a security awareness program to senior management is to show the need for security; identify the message and the audience. This means that you should demonstrate how security awareness can benefit the organization, reduce risks, and a

Submitted by parkjh· Mar 5, 2026Security and Risk Management

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AShow the need for security; identify the message and the audience
BEnsure that the security presentation is designed to be all-inclusive
CNotify them that their compliance is mandatory
DExplain how hackers have enhanced information security

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A
78% (25)
B
3% (1)
C
13% (4)
D
6% (2)

Explanation

The most important thing to do when promoting a security awareness program to senior management is to show the need for security; identify the message and the audience. This means that you should demonstrate how security awareness can benefit the organization, reduce risks, and align with the business goals. You should also tailor your message and your audience according to the specific security issues and challenges that your organization faces. Ensuring that the security presentation is designed to be all-inclusive, notifying them that their compliance is mandatory, or explaining how hackers have enhanced information security are not the most effective ways to promote a security awareness program, as they may not address the specific needs, interests, or concerns of senior management.

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#security awareness program#senior management buy-in#communication strategy#risk communication

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