Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) — Question 76

Which of the following control pairings include: organizational policies and procedures, pre-employment background checks, strict hiring practices, employment agreements, employee termination procedures, vacation scheduling, labeling of sensitive materials, increased supervision, security awareness training, behavior awareness, and sign-up procedures to obtain access to information systems and networks?

Answer options

• A. Preventive/Administrative Pairing
• B. Preventive/Technical Pairing
• C. Preventive/Physical Pairing
• D. Detective/Administrative Pairing

Correct answer:

Explanation

The correct answer is A. Preventive/Administrative Pairing because it encompasses policies and procedures designed to prevent security incidents. Options B and C focus on technical and physical controls respectively, which do not include the administrative aspects mentioned. Option D is incorrect as it refers to detective controls, which are aimed at identifying incidents rather than preventing them.