Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) — Question 178

Which of the following should an organization do FIRST to mitigate the risk of employees mishandling personal data?

Answer options

• A. Conduct personal data awareness training
• B. Encrypt all personal data
• C. Establish data classification levels
• D. Implement a data loss prevention (DLP) tool

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as providing personal data awareness training equips employees with the knowledge to handle data responsibly. Options B, C, and D are important measures but should follow after employees understand the significance of personal data handling.