Personnel & Training GCIP Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21expert · hard

   A critical infrastructure organization is hiring a new network administrator. The candidate has an excellent technical resume but has a criminal record for a non-violent offense from 10 years ago. The organization's policy requires a background check and a risk assessment before granting access to critical systems. The candidate is the most qualified applicant. What is the best course of action?

   • AHire the candidate and grant full access because the offense is old and non-violent.
   • BReject the candidate immediately because any criminal record disqualifies them from a position with access to critical systems.
   • CConduct the background check, evaluate the nature and relevance of the offense, and consider the candidate's rehabilitation and the role's risk level before making a decision.
   • DHire the candidate but restrict their access to non-critical systems for the first year.
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2. 22application · medium

   A software development company is creating a training program for developers who will work on a new customer-facing application. The training must cover secure coding practices and the company's incident response procedures. Which delivery method is most effective for this technical audience?

   • AA self-paced online course with multiple-choice quizzes at the end of each module.
   • BA reading list of secure coding guidelines and a written exam.
   • CA recorded lecture from an external security expert.
   • DHands-on workshops where developers practice secure coding techniques and participate in a simulated incident response exercise.
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4. 23foundation · easy

   Which principle of access management ensures that users are granted only the minimum levels of access necessary to perform their job functions?

   • ALeast privilege
   • BNeed-to-know
   • CDefense in depth
   • DSeparation of duties
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5. 24expert · hard

   A government agency is hiring a contractor for a sensitive project. The contractor will have access to classified information. The agency is considering a background check. Which factor is most critical in determining the scope of the background check?

   • AThe contractor's previous work experience.
   • BThe level of security clearance required for the position.
   • CThe contractor's preferred work schedule.
   • DThe contractor's willingness to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
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6. 25application · medium

   A defense contractor is hiring a foreign national for a position that requires access to controlled unclassified information. The hiring manager is concerned about the candidate's background. What is the most important factor to consider in the personnel risk assessment?

   • AThe candidate's physical fitness and health status.
   • BThe candidate's educational background and technical skills.
   • CThe candidate's willingness to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
   • DThe candidate's country of origin and any potential conflicts of interest.
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