Competency includes more than:

• A. Certifications and CPE hours
• B. Years of service
• C. Language skills only
• D. Computer proficiency

Answer: (A)

Competency in cybersecurity auditing means more than having certifications and CPE hours; it rests on the ability to apply knowledge in real-world situations. Certifications and continuing education show you’ve learned concepts and kept up-to-date, but they don’t by themselves prove you can assess risks, design or test controls, interpret security findings, or communicate effectively with stakeholders. Experience helps, but years of service alone doesn’t guarantee current skill or judgment. Likewise, language skills or general computer proficiency are valuable, yet each on its own doesn’t establish the full capability required. The strongest view is that true competence includes a broader mix of knowledge, practical applying ability, professional judgment, ethics, and effective communication—so competency includes more than certifications and CPE hours.