Control Mechanisms, Standards and Frameworks

Welcome to the Control Mechanisms, Standards, and Frameworks Lab. In this module, you will be provided with the instructions and devices needed to develop your hands-on skills.

Overview

Learning Outcomes:

In this module, you will complete the following exercises:

  • Exercise 1 – Privacy and Sensitive Data Concepts

After completing this module, you should have further knowledge of:

  • Security Control Categories
  • Control Types
  • Regulations, Standards, and Legislation
  • Key Frameworks
  • Benchmarks/Secure Configuration Guides

Exam Objectives:

The following exam objectives are covered in this lab:

5.1 Compare and contrast various types of controls.

  • Security Control Categories
  • Control Type

5.2 Explain the importance of applicable regulations, standards, or frameworks that impact organizational security posture.

  • Regulations, Standards and Legislation
  • Key Frameworks
  • Benchmarks/Secure Configuration Guides
Note: Our main focus is to cover the practical, hands-on aspects of the exam objectives. We recommend referring to course material or a search engine to research theoretical topics in more detail.