Info Assurance & Security: Employment Organizations and Controls

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What is a potential consequence of an employee having too much control over certain business functions?

Enhanced employee productivity

Improved data integrity

Increased job satisfaction

Misuse of resources or fraud (correct)

What is the purpose of a mandatory annual leave policy in organizations with sensitive positions?

To detect errors or fraud during employee absence (correct)

To enable employees to attend training sessions

To provide employees with a break from work

To encourage employees to take on more responsibilities

What is the primary goal of the two-person rule in info assurance and security?

To promote teamwork and collaboration

To increase employee productivity

To reduce the risk of errors or fraud (correct)

To ensure that tasks are completed more efficiently

What is a challenge posed by aggressive telework programs and BYOD initiatives in organizations?

Blurred lines between work and personal life Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a separation of duties control mechanism?

Split knowledge control Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of an employee's life that organizations should respect?

Personal privacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of supervisory controls in an organization?

To ensure operations run smoothly and prevent human error Signup and view all the answers

According to the National Computer Network Emergency Response Technical Team, what is the primary benefit of rotating duties?

It minimizes fraud Signup and view all the answers

What should employers do if they suspect or identify criminal activity during monitoring?

Contact their legal counsel and appropriate law enforcement Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial consideration for employers when implementing employee monitoring?

The legal implications of monitoring employee activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of defining and enforcing info assurance controls during employment?

To prevent personnel from misusing info facilities Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in employment contract provisions regarding employee monitoring?

A clear policy about which activities are monitored Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential benefit of employees bringing their own productivity tools to the workplace?

Increased innovation and productivity Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason to avoid routine and undisclosed monitoring in the workplace?

It can trigger employees' uneasiness and feelings of distrust Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of employee training and awareness programs in info assurance?

To meet organizational security objectives Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of a successful info assurance training or awareness program?

It is tailored to specific groups Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for informing employees about potential monitoring?

To deter activities of potential fraud Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of periodic monitoring in info assurance?

It helps to discourage and deter activities of potential fraud Signup and view all the answers