Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) — Question 601

When deciding to move to a cloud-based model, the FIRST consideration should be:

Answer options

• A. data classification
• B. physical location of the data
• C. storage in a shared environment
• D. availability of the data

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as data classification is crucial for understanding the sensitivity and compliance requirements of the data being moved to the cloud. The other options, while important, are secondary considerations that depend on how the data is classified and managed.