ISC2-CISSP Domain 7: Security Operations Welcome to your ISC2-CISSP Domain 7: Security Operations 1. CISSP: Security Operations In the context of incident response, which of the following best describes the purpose of a post-incident review? A. To allocate blame to the parties responsible for the incident. B. To restore systems to their state prior to the incident. C. To identify lessons learned and improve future response efforts. D. To calculate the financial impact of the incident on the organization. None 2. CISSP: Security Operations Which of the following best exemplifies a security control that directly addresses personnel security? A. Implementing two-factor authentication for system access. B. Conducting background checks before hiring employees. C. Encrypting data at rest and in transit. D. Deploying intrusion detection systems across the network. None 3. CISSP: Security Operations In securing physical assets, which of the following scenarios best demonstrates the principle of defense in depth? A. Placing all servers in a single, highly fortified server room. B. Implementing multiple layers of security controls, such as surveillance cameras, security guards, and biometric access controls, at different points of entry. C. Using a single, state-of-the-art firewall to protect the entire network. D. Ensuring all employees attend a yearly security awareness training. None 4. CISSP: Security Operations What is the primary purpose of using a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system in security operations? A. To serve as the primary defense mechanism against malware. B. To automate the patch management process for software vulnerabilities. C. To collect, analyze, and report on security logs from various sources. D. To encrypt sensitive data stored on corporate servers. None 5. CISSP: Security Operations Which of the following best describes the role of a Red Team in security operations? A. To conduct regular maintenance and updates of security systems. B. To simulate attacks on an organization's security infrastructure to test its effectiveness. C. To monitor network traffic for signs of malicious activity. D. To manage the organization's compliance with security regulations and standards. None 6. CISSP: Security Operations When establishing a Security Operations Center 'SOC', which of the following is MOST critical for its effectiveness? A. The physical location of the SOC. B. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into SOC operations. C. The skills and expertise of the SOC staff. D. The brand of security tools deployed in the SOC. None 7. CISSP: Security Operations In the context of digital forensics, which of the following is MOST important for ensuring the admissibility of evidence in court? A. The total size of the digital evidence collected. B. The use of open-source forensic tools. C. The maintenance of a clear chain of custody. D. The speed at which the evidence is analyzed. None 8. CISSP: Security Operations Which of the following is a primary concern when implementing security measures in cloud computing environments? A. Ensuring that all physical servers are located in the same data center. B. The physical security of the cloud service provider's premises. C. Managing access controls and identity verification. D. The brand of hardware used by the cloud service provider. None 9. CISSP: Security Operations What is the MOST effective strategy for maintaining operational security during a merger or acquisition? A. Temporarily disabling all access controls until the merger is complete. B. Consolidating all data into a single, centralized database for easy management. C. Conducting a thorough security assessment of both entities and integrating security practices. D. Focusing solely on the financial aspects of the merger, assuming security alignment will naturally follow. None 10. CISSP: Security Operations Which of the following best describes a secure method for managing cryptographic keys within a large organization? A. Storing all keys in a single, highly encrypted digital file. B. Utilizing a Hardware Security Module (HSM) for key generation, storage, and management. C. Distributing keys via email to ensure all relevant parties have access. D. Printing keys and storing them in a secure physical location for manual retrieval. None 11. CISSP: Security Operations In the implementation of Security Operations Center 'SOC' best practices, which of the following is essential for effective incident handling? A. Relying exclusively on automated alerting systems for incident detection. B. Establishing predefined incident response protocols for different types of incidents. C. Limiting access to incident data to senior management only. D. Outsourcing all incident response activities to external vendors. None 12. CISSP: Security Operations What is the primary security concern when dealing with the decommissioning of IT assets? A. Maximizing the resale value of the assets. B. Ensuring all data is securely erased or destroyed to prevent data leakage. C. Keeping the assets operational until the last possible moment. D. Transferring the assets to another department for continued use. None 13. CISSP: Security Operations Which of the following is a key consideration when implementing a Bring Your Own Device 'BYOD' policy? A. Encouraging the use of personal devices for social media access only. B. Ensuring there is a clear delineation between personal and corporate data on devices. C. Mandating that all personal devices are of a specific brand or model. D. Prohibiting the use of personal devices in the workplace entirely. None 14. CISSP: Security Operations In the context of Business Continuity Planning (BCP), what is the primary purpose of conducting a Business Impact Analysis BIA? A. To identify and prioritize critical business functions and their dependencies. B. To calculate the total annual loss expected from all identified risks. C. To determine the organization's total asset value. D. To identify all potential threats to the business without assessing their impact. None 15. CISSP: Security Operations What is the MOST critical factor to consider when developing a data retention policy? A. The preferences of the organization's senior management. B. The cost of storage media. C. Compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. D. The popularity of certain data among users. None 16. CISSP: Security Operations In a multi-tenant cloud environment, what is the primary challenge from a security operations perspective? A. Ensuring the physical security of the cloud data centers. B. Managing the segregation of each tenant's data and resources effectively. C. Convincing tenants to adopt uniform security policies. D. Reducing the overall cost of cloud security technologies. None 17. CISSP: Security Operations When integrating an acquired company's information systems, what is the MOST critical security consideration? A. The alignment of organizational cultures between the two companies. B. Ensuring the acquired company's systems are fully compatible with existing systems. C. Assessing and mitigating any security vulnerabilities in the acquired company's systems. D. The cost implications of the integration process. None 18. CISSP: Security Operations What is the primary purpose of employing honeypots in a network security strategy? A. To serve as the primary method of data encryption. B. To act as decoy systems to detect, deflect, or study hacking attempts. C. To replace firewalls and intrusion detection systems. D. To manage network bandwidth and traffic flow efficiently. None 19. CISSP: Security Operations In the framework of security operations, what is the primary objective of change management? A. To ensure that all changes to the system architecture are properly funded. B. To document the personal preferences of the system administrators. C. To minimize disruptions by ensuring changes are systematically implemented. D. To increase the frequency of system updates and patches. None 20. CISSP: Security Operations Which of the following best describes the concept of "security through obscurity" and its significance in security operations? A. The practice of keeping the details of the security mechanisms secret to enhance security. B. The implementation of the most advanced security technologies available. C. The use of open-source software to increase the transparency of security operations. D. Regularly changing security policies to keep attackers guessing. None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! 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