CISM Certified Information Security Manager – Question0117

The FIRST step in establishing a security governance program is to:

A.
conduct a risk assessment.
B. conduct a workshop for all end users.
C. prepare a security budget.
D. obtain high-level sponsorship.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Explanation:
The establishment of a security governance program is possible only with the support and sponsorship of top management since security governance projects are enterprise wide and integrated into business processes. Conducting a risk assessment, conducting a workshop for all end users and preparing a security budget all follow once high-level sponsorship is obtained.