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Which of the following security controls is correctly matched with its control category?

Answer

Security awareness training: Administrative control

Explanation

### Why this is right - **Firewall, a technical control**: a firewall is a technology used to control network traffic. - **Security policy, an administrative control**: policies set organizational rules and expectations. - **Secure facility access, a physical control**: access restrictions protect physical locations and equipment. ### The concept Controls are often grouped by how they operate. Technical controls use technology, administrative controls shape rules and practices, and physical controls restrict or protect access to places and equipment. Some security programs combine all three categories. ### The other options - **Employee training, a physical control**: training is administrative because it informs people's practices, not because it physically restricts access. ### Terms - **Technical control**: A technology-based safeguard. - **Administrative control**: A policy, procedure, or people-focused safeguard. - **Physical control**: A safeguard that protects physical spaces or equipment. ### Remember Classify a control by how it provides protection.

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