Cisco CyberOps Associate (CBROPS) 200-201Security Policies and ProceduresHard
A global enterprise operates in multiple jurisdictions, each with distinct data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). The organization's legal team is working with the cybersecurity department to ensure all data handling practices comply with these varied requirements. Which ongoing process is critical for the organization to maintain its legal and ethical standing in this complex environment?
- ARegulatory compliance management
- BSecurity incident response planning
- CSecurity awareness campaign development
- DVulnerability assessment and penetration testing
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Regulatory compliance management
Regulatory compliance management is the ongoing process of ensuring an organization adheres to external laws, regulations, and industry standards. In a global enterprise with varied data privacy laws, this process is critical for maintaining legal and ethical standing.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Incident response focuses on reacting to breaches, not proactively managing diverse regulations.
- C. Awareness campaigns educate employees, but do not directly manage the complexity of global regulatory adherence.
- D. Vulnerability assessments identify technical weaknesses, which is different from managing legal regulatory adherence.
Regulatory Compliance Management
The systematic process of ensuring an organization meets and adheres to applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and internal policies.
- Involves continuous monitoring and adaptation.
- Crucial for avoiding legal penalties and reputational damage.
- Often requires specific processes for data handling, privacy, and reporting.
Memory trick: Governance is about guiding the ship through legal waters.