A hospital's network operations center (NOC) is located in a restricted area. A vendor needs to perform maintenance on a network switch inside the NOC. Which procedure should the IT manager follow to ensure security while allowing the vendor to complete the work?

Give the vendor the NOC access code and let them work unattended.

Require the vendor to sign a non-disclosure agreement and then allow them to enter alone.

Escort the vendor into the NOC and remain with them throughout the maintenance.

Move the switch to a public area so the vendor can work without entering the NOC.

Which component of a surveillance system is responsible for capturing video footage of a physical area?

Video management software (VMS)

A data center uses a badge reader for entry. Management wants to ensure that a lost badge cannot be used by an unauthorized person. Which additional control is most effective?

Require users to enter a PIN after swiping their badge.

Post a sign reminding users to report lost badges.

Use a camera to record who enters the data center.

Issue a new badge to every employee each month.

What is the primary role of surveillance systems in a network environment?

To manage visitor check-in procedures

To provide real-time alerts for network intrusions

To replace the need for physical access control

To deter and detect unauthorized physical access or activity

What is the primary purpose of a visitor management procedure?

To schedule maintenance activities

To ensure only authorized individuals gain access to sensitive areas

To provide visitors with network credentials

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Physical Security N10-009 Practice Questions (Page 3)

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A hospital's network operations center (NOC) is located in a restricted area. A vendor needs to perform maintenance on a network switch inside the NOC. Which procedure should the IT manager follow to ensure security while allowing the vendor to complete the work?
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Which component of a surveillance system is responsible for capturing video footage of a physical area?
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A data center uses a badge reader for entry. Management wants to ensure that a lost badge cannot be used by an unauthorized person. Which additional control is most effective?
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What is the primary role of surveillance systems in a network environment?
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