ISC2 ISSEP Exam - Topic 4 Question 103 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISC2's ISSEP exam

Question #: 103
Topic #: 4

Which of the following statements define the role of the ISSEP during the development of the detailed security design, as mentioned in the IATF document Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

AIt identifies the information protection problems that needs to be solved.

BIt allocates security mechanisms to system security design elements.

CIt identifies custom security products.

DIt identifies candidate commercial off-the-shelf (COTS)government off-the-shelf (GOTS) security products.

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Suggested Answer: B, C, D

by Helaine at Jul 13, 2025, 04:27 AM

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Von

2 months ago

Wait, are we sure D is even relevant here?

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Cathrine

2 months ago

C seems a bit off, isn't it more about existing products?

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Salley

3 months ago

I think B is spot on too.

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Tyisha

3 months ago

I agree with A and B, those are key roles!

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Polly

3 months ago

A definitely identifies problems!

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Paz

3 months ago

I agree with Sally; I also think A and D are key roles, but I’m hesitant about B. It seems important, but I can’t recall the specifics.

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Nakita

4 months ago

I’m a bit confused about C. I feel like identifying custom security products isn’t really the main focus of ISSEP.

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Tamra

4 months ago

I remember practicing a question similar to this, and I think B and D were both correct answers.

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Eladia

4 months ago

I think option A is definitely part of the ISSEP role, but I'm not sure about the others.

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Donette

4 months ago

This question requires a good understanding of the ISSEP's role in the security design process. I'll need to read through the options thoroughly and make sure I select all the correct answers.

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Nieves

4 months ago

Okay, let's see. I think the ISSEP is responsible for identifying the security problems that need to be solved, as well as allocating the appropriate security mechanisms. I'm not sure about the other options, though.

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Cathrine

5 months ago

Hmm, this question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the details correctly. I'll need to carefully review the options and match them to the ISSEP's responsibilities.

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Emogene

5 months ago

I'm pretty confident I can handle this question. The key is to identify the specific roles of the ISSEP during the security design process, as outlined in the IATF document.

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Amie

6 months ago

Option C is probably there to see if we're paying attention. The ISSEP is all about standardized solutions, not custom ones. Nice try, test writer!

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Mel

5 months ago

A) It identifies the information protection problems that needs to be solved.

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Clorinda

6 months ago

I think they also identify candidate commercial off-the-shelf security products.

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Vicky

6 months ago

Yes, that's true. They need to make sure the security measures are properly assigned.

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Tabetha

7 months ago

I believe the ISSEP also allocates security mechanisms to system security design elements.

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Shaun

7 months ago

Haha, C is a bit of a trick question. Who would actually expect the ISSEP to identify 'custom security products'? That's just silly.

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Clorinda

7 months ago

I agree with you, Vicky. It's important to solve those problems during the security design.

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Derick

7 months ago

I agree, those three choices cover the key responsibilities of the ISSEP during the security design process. Can't go wrong with those.

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Roosevelt

5 months ago

D) It identifies candidate commercial off-the-shelf (COTS)government off-the-shelf (GOTS) security products.

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Carmela

5 months ago

B) It allocates security mechanisms to system security design elements.

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Josphine

6 months ago

A) It identifies the information protection problems that needs to be solved.

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Vicky

7 months ago

I think the role of the ISSEP is to identify information protection problems.

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Juliann

7 months ago

A, B, and D seem like the most relevant answers here. The ISSEP definitely needs to identify the security problems, allocate the right mechanisms, and consider COTS/GOTS products.

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Ozell

6 months ago

Yes, those are the key responsibilities of the ISSEP during the development of the detailed security design.

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Lashaun

7 months ago

A, B, and D are indeed correct. The ISSEP plays a crucial role in identifying problems, allocating security mechanisms, and considering COTS/GOTS products.

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