CRISC Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control – Question292

Which of the following will significantly affect the standard information security governance model?

A.
Currency with changing legislative requirements
B. Number of employees
C. Complexity of the organizational structure
D. Cultural differences between physical locations

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Explanation: Complexity of the organizational structure will have the most significant impact on the Information security governance model. Some of the elements that impact organizational structure are multiple business units and functions across the organization.
Incorrect Answers:
A: Currency with changing legislative requirements should not have major impact once good governance models are placed, hence, governance will help in effective management of the organization’s ongoing compliance.
B, D: The numbers of employees and the distance between physical locations have less impact on Information security models as well-defined process, technology and people components together provide the proper governance.