Systems Security Certified Practitioner – SSCP – Question0659

After a company is out of an emergency state, what should be moved back to the original site first?

A.
Executives
B. Least critical components
C. IT support staff
D. Most critical components

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

This will expose any weaknesses in the plan and ensure the primary site has been properly repaired before moving back.
Moving critical assets first may induce a second disaster if the primary site has not been repaired properly.
The first group to go back would test items such as connectivity, HVAC, power, water, improper procedures, and/or steps that has been overlooked or not done properly. By moving these first, and fixing any problems identified, the critical operations of the company are not negatively affected.
Source: HARRIS, Shon, All-In-One CISSP Certification Exam Guide, McGraw-Hill/Osborne, 2002, chapter 9: Disaster Recovery and Business continuity (page 621).