CompTIA CASP+ Practice Test

What outcome can be expected from implementing a role-based access policy?

1. Enhanced security by limiting access based on roles

2. Increased workload for IT staff

3. Lower costs for hardware upgrades

4. Expanded access for all employees

The correct answer is: Enhanced security by limiting access based on roles

Implementing a role-based access policy primarily results in enhanced security by restricting access to sensitive information and resources based on the specific roles and permissions assigned to users within an organization. This means that users only have access to systems and data that are essential to their job functions, which significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access and potential data breaches. By aligning access controls with job responsibilities, organizations can better protect their information assets. This approach ensures that individuals cannot access more data than what they need to perform their tasks, thus minimizing the chance of accidental or intentional misuse of sensitive information. While it might be argued that role-based access could lead to increased workload for IT staff (as indicated in another choice) due to the need for ongoing management of roles and permissions, the primary focus and outcome of such a policy is the strengthening of security protocols across the organization. Conversely, the choices regarding lower costs for hardware upgrades and expanded access for all employees would undermine the objective of a role-based access system, which is to secure rather than broaden permissions indiscriminately.