CISSP® Certification Domain 1 Security and Risk Management Video Boot Camp for 2022 - Third-Party Acquisitions and Dives

The video tutorial discusses the security implications of acquiring third-party software and companies, as well as the challenges of divestitures. It emphasizes the importance of service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure compliance and security standards. The tutorial also covers the need for a holistic security approach, including layered defenses and cost-benefit analysis. It highlights the necessity of audits and risk analysis during acquisitions to integrate security postures effectively. Additionally, it addresses the complexities of dividing a company while maintaining security and infrastructure integrity.

Why is it important to ensure third-party software meets organizational security standards?

• To prevent potential security breaches

• To improve software performance

• To reduce software costs

• To ensure compatibility with existing systems

What is a key component of a service level agreement (SLA) with a vendor?

• The vendor's company history

• The agreed level of service and security standards

• The vendor's marketing strategy

• The vendor's employee count

What is a common practice before acquiring another company to ensure security standards?

• Reducing the number of servers

• Conducting a full audit and risk analysis

• Increasing marketing efforts

• Hiring new IT staff

What was a significant challenge faced by the hospital system when acquiring other hospitals?

• Shortage of medical staff

• Geographical distance

• Different IT systems and poor security posture

• Lack of funding

In the context of divestitures, what is a major concern when splitting IT infrastructure?

• Improving customer service

• Ensuring no new security risks are introduced

• Increasing the number of employees

• Reducing the number of data centers

What is a potential solution for maintaining redundancy when splitting a company into multiple entities?

• Consolidating all resources into one data center

• Duplicating all IT systems

• Ensuring each entity has access to shared resources

• Eliminating redundant systems

What role does an IT security manager play during an exam scenario?

• To provide answers to senior management

• To manage financial transactions

• To oversee employee training

• To develop marketing strategies