Explanation
The role of the information security manager in finalizing contract negotiations with service providers is to ensure that the outsourcing process is aligned with the organization's information security policies, standards, and objectives. One of the key aspects of this process is to perform a risk analysis on the outsourcing process, which involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating the potential threats and vulnerabilities that may arise from outsourcing activities. A risk analysis can help the information security manager to determine the appropriate level of security controls and requirements for the outsourced process, as well as to monitor and evaluate its performance and compliance. A risk analysis can also help to avoid or minimize legal, financial, reputational, or operational risks associated with outsourcing1. References = CISM Review Manual (Digital Version), Chapter 6: Information Security Program Management CISM Review Manual (Print Version), Chapter 6: Information Security Program Management

Explanation
Risk assessment identifies the appropriate controls to mitigate identified business risks that the program should implement to protect the business. Peer industry best practices, international standards and continued process improvement can be used to support the program, but these cannot be blindly implemented without the consideration of business risk.