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CSSLP · Question #331

Which of the following approaches can be used to build a security program? Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

The correct answer is C. Top-Down Approach D. Bottom-Up Approach. Both Top-Down and Bottom-Up approaches are valid strategies for building an organizational security program, often used in conjunction to address different aspects of security.

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Question

Which of the following approaches can be used to build a security program? Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

Options

  • ARight-Up Approach
  • BLeft-Up Approach
  • CTop-Down Approach
  • DBottom-Up Approach

How the community answered

(53 responses)
  • A
    6% (3)
  • B
    2% (1)
  • C
    92% (49)

Why each option

Both Top-Down and Bottom-Up approaches are valid strategies for building an organizational security program, often used in conjunction to address different aspects of security.

ARight-Up Approach

Right-Up Approach is not a recognized or standard terminology for building a security program.

BLeft-Up Approach

Left-Up Approach is not a recognized or standard terminology for building a security program.

CTop-Down ApproachCorrect

The Top-Down approach starts with senior management defining the overall security strategy, policies, and objectives, which then cascade down to guide operational implementation and technical controls throughout the organization.

DBottom-Up ApproachCorrect

The Bottom-Up approach begins with technical staff and operational teams identifying specific security needs, risks, and implementing controls, which can then be formalized into policies and standards.

Concept tested: Approaches to building security programs

Topics

#Security program development#Program management methodologies#Top-down approach#Bottom-up approach

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