If the audit manager interviewed the contractor and wants to extend a job offer, which of the following actions should the chief audit executive pursue?

An IT contractor applied for an internal audit position at a bank. The contractor worked for the bank’s IT security manager two years ago.

If the audit manager interviewed the contractor and wants to extend a job offer, which of the following actions should the chief audit executive pursue?
A . Allow the audit manager to hire the contractor and state that the individual is free to perform IT audits, including security.
B . Not allow the audit manager to hire the contractor, as it would be a conflict of interest.
C . Allow the audit manager to hire the contractor, but state that the individual is not allowed to work on IT security audits for one year.
D . Not allow the audit manager to hire the contractor and ask the individual to apply again in one year.

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Answer: A