The OCEG GRC Capability Model explicitly defines the traits of the three GRC Professional Mindsets: Achiever, Protector, and Improver. For the Protector Mindset, the "Stable" trait is described as the quality of "bringing stability against volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) realities." This mindset focuses on safeguarding value and ensuring the organization remains resilient and predictable by establishing and maintaining robust controls and risk management practices, which act as a stabilizing force against external disruptions.

A. Dynamic: This trait is more aligned with the Improver Mindset, which focuses on adapting, innovating, and driving change, rather than creating stability.

B. Versatile: While a valuable quality for any professional, versatility refers to a broad skill set and is not the specific OCEG trait for countering VUCA with stability.

D. Accountable: Accountability is a core trait of the Protector Mindset, but it pertains to taking responsibility for outcomes, not the specific act of creating stability.

1. OCEG. (2021). GRC Capability Model (The Red Book), Version 3.5. Open Compliance & Ethics Group. Section 1.3.2, "GRC Professional Mindsets," Page 18. (This section explicitly states: "Protector... Is... Stable — bringing stability against volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous realities.")

2. Rasmussen, M. (2015). GRC by Design: An OCEG GRC Capability Model Workbook. OCEG. Chapter 2, "GRC Capability Model Fundamentals," discusses the GRC Professional Mindsets, reinforcing the role of the Protector in providing stability.

3. Deakin University. (2023). MPA769 - Accounting and Corporate Governance Courseware. Unit 3: GRC Capability Model. The course materials reference the OCEG Red Book's description of the Protector Mindset and its role in ensuring stability.