Chapter 1
General Security Concepts
Course: Comptia Security Sy0 701
Subject: Comptia Security Sy0 701.,
Chapter: Security Program Management And Oversight 5514 10432
Lesson 2: Risk Management
This lesson explores risk management, which focuses on identifying, assessing, analyzing, and controlling risks that can impact an organization’s information systems and operations. It explains how organizations evaluate potential threats, determine the likelihood and impact of risks, and apply appropriate strategies to reduce or accept them. In modern cybersecurity environments, risk management is essential for balancing security with business needs and ensuring informed decision-making. This topic is critical for CompTIA Security+ because it supports governance, compliance, and organizational resilience.
By the end of the lesson, you should be able to:
- Identify and explain risk identification and assessment processes
- Understand risk analysis methods and risk prioritization
- Describe risk registers and their purpose in tracking risks
- Explain risk tolerance and risk appetite concepts
- Compare risk response strategies
- Understand risk reporting and communication
- Explain business impact analysis (BIA) and its role in continuity planning