CRISC · Question #520
What would be MOST helpful to ensuring the effective implementation of a new cybersecurity program?
The correct answer is D. Assigning clear ownership of the program. Assigning clear ownership of a new cybersecurity program is most helpful for effective implementation because it establishes accountability, drives decision-making, and ensures sustained focus on the program's objectives. Without clear ownership, initiatives often falter.
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What would be MOST helpful to ensuring the effective implementation of a new cybersecurity program?
Options
- ACreating metrics to report the number of security incidents
- BHiring subject matter experts for the program
- CEstablishing a budget for additional resources
- DAssigning clear ownership of the program
How the community answered
(40 responses)- A3% (1)
- B10% (4)
- C15% (6)
- D73% (29)
Why each option
Assigning clear ownership of a new cybersecurity program is most helpful for effective implementation because it establishes accountability, drives decision-making, and ensures sustained focus on the program's objectives. Without clear ownership, initiatives often falter.
Metrics are important for measuring success and progress, but they are a tool for an already-owned and implemented program.
Hiring experts is beneficial, but without clear ownership, even experts may lack the direction and authority to effectively implement the program.
Budget is essential, but without clear ownership, the budget may not be effectively managed or allocated to achieve program goals.
Assigning clear ownership ensures accountability, drives decision-making, provides a central point of contact, and ensures dedicated focus and advocacy for the program's objectives. Without a defined owner, a new program is likely to lack direction and struggle with consistent implementation and sustainment.
Concept tested: Cybersecurity program implementation success factors
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