Temporarily deactivating some monitoring processes may not be acceptable to the information security manager if:

The chosen answer highlights the importance of maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards that govern information security. Temporarily deactivating monitoring processes can lead to a compliance risk if these processes are required by regulatory frameworks or internal policies. Compliance with these regulations is not just a best practice; it is often a legal obligation. If monitoring is turned off, this could result in the organization failing to meet its obligations, potentially leading to penalties, legal action, or damage to reputation.

In the context of various compliance frameworks, such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS, consistent monitoring may be essential for maintaining the integrity and security of sensitive information. If monitoring processes are deactivated, the organization might not be able to detect breaches or maintain a secure environment, thereby putting it at risk.

Other considerations, while valid, do not necessarily apply in the same way to compliance risk. For instance, while the short-term impact of deactivating monitoring may indeed be unknown, it does not inherently carry the same immediate legal implications as compliance risks. Similarly, violating industry security practices or failing to detect changes in the roles matrix does not directly implicate legal compliance but rather raises concerns about operational effectiveness and security management. Thus, the focal point of compliance