30 Cyber Security Interview Questions & Answers
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Q1. Tell me about yourself?
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“I am a confident, fast-working and attentive team worker who has the necessary skills to not only keep your organization safe from cyber-attacks but to also put systems in place that minimize risk whilst protecting your assets. I have excellent problem-solving skills, I can think like a hacker, my technical competence is broad, and I have excellent communication skills and a passion for continual learning and development. I am comfortable working with different computer and operating systems; I can troubleshoot quickly and explain situations in plain English so everyone understands; I am highly-vigilant and detail-orientated and I will always work alongside co-workers and people within the organization to ensure we stay ahead of the threats whilst eradicating our vulnerabilities and minimizing the risk. If you hire me in this cyber-security position you will be getting somebody who is totally committed to your objectives, a decisive decision making who puts the needs of the business first, and somebody who will always ensure their technical knowledge and competence is up to speed in this fast-changing environment.”
Q2. Why do you want to work for our company in this Cyber Security role?
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“I want to work for your company because you are innovative, you are creative, and you genuinely want to be the best you possibly can be in a sector that is highly competitive. This means I will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of bright and talented individuals who all genuinely want the organization to succeed. I want to work in an organization that is constantly changing and developing, because this means my cyber security skills and expertise will be tested on a regular basis. Finally, I am looking for long-term employment with the same company and having researched you extensively in the build-up to the interview, this is a place I can see myself working at for a long period of time.”
Q3. Why is Cyber Security important?
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Q4. What are the steps in Cyber Kill Chain, and what is its purpose?
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Q5. Outline a few simple steps you would take to secure a server?
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Q6. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
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Q7. Talk me through your Incident Handling procedure?
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Q8. What is a Firewall and what are the benefits of one?
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Q9. What is Data Leakage?
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Q10. Explain the difference between Risk, Vulnerability & Threat in a network?
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Q11. Explain a situation when you had to work under pressure?
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Q12. What is Layer 2?
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Q13. Describe how a Brute Force Attack takes place and what you would advise to prevent it?
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Q14. You are working in the Cyber Security department and you receive series of complaints from staff saying they are getting spam emails from another employee's computer who has been on holiday for the past week, and hasn't had remote access. Upon investigation, there is malicious software on the computer that was installed whilst the absent employee was on leave. What do you think happened?
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Q15. What different digital and on the ground cyber security measures might we expect you to implement?
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Q16. What is the difference between an IPSec and an SSL VPN?
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Q17. What is difference between asymmetric and symmetric encryption?
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Q18. A colleague that is well known to you sends you an electronic birthday card to your email. To access the contents of the electronic birthday card, you need to click on an attachment. Do you click the attachment?
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Q19. Talk me through the process of what happens when someone accesses a URL via a web browser?
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Q20. Explain the difference between VLAN and VPN?
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Q21. What is a DDOS attack? Is it preventable?
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Q22. When creating an Incident Response Plan (IRP), what should you include?
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Q23. Which is better, Cyber Security in the cloud or on premise?
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Q24. Explain what an MITM attack is?
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Q25. Why should we hire you in this Cyber Security role?
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Q26. How do you keep up to date with Cyber Security and technology developments?
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Q27. Where do you see yourself in 5 years' time?
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Q28. Why do you want to leave your current job?
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Q29. What are your salary expectations in this Cyber Security role?
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Q30. That’s the end of your Cyber Security job interview, do you have any questions for the panel?
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Yes! I Want To Pass My Interview!Cyber Security Job Description, Skills & Qualities
To be effective as a Cyber Security professional you will need to work at pace, have outstanding attention to detail skills, be able to solve complex problems, have a sense of business and commercial awareness and be able to work alongside other team members to achieve the organizations objectives. Part of the role requires you to set up and implement effective Incident Handling processes and procedures and your Cyber Security technical knowledge must always be up to date.
CYBER SECURITY JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain competence in your role and adapt to the changing threats and incidents that will undoubtedly occur;
- Conduct research into cyber security threats so that you can carry out your duties competently;
- Create and implement new security systems that are designed to protect the business;
- Design Incident Handling processes that can be implemented quickly and effectively;
- Use applicable tools and resources to minimize the risk and reduce vulnerabilities;
- Ensure the organization is fully protected from cyber security threats and monitor these periodically;
- Ensure all personnel are aware of what they need to do to minimize the risk of threats and incidents;
- Monitor attacks, threats and unauthorized activity and respond to those quickly and diligently;
- Carry out investigations into security alerts and learn from all incidents and occurrences;
- Advise staff and the senior management team in respect of cyber security developments and threats to the business.
CYBER SECURITY INTERVIEW TIPS – HOW TO PASS A CYBER SECURITY JOB INTERVIEW
There are numerous jobs available within Cyber Security, including:
- Cyber Security Analyst.
- Security Engineer.
- Security Architect.
- Security Administrator.
- Security Software Developer.
- Cryptographer.
- Cryptanalyst.
- Security Consultant.
Regardless of the job you are being interviewed for, make sure you tread the following tips because they will help you to successfully pass your interview at the first attempt!
CYBER SECURITY INTERVIEW TIP #1
The hiring manager is looking to see you have the relevant skills, qualities and experience to protect their business and their assets. Therefore, it is vital you can provide evidence of where you have performed cyber security tasks to a high standard in previous roles. Think of difficult situations you have been in where you responded professionally and efficiently to incidents and be prepared for probing questions that delve deep into your actions and your thought processes.
CYBER SECURITY INTERVIEW TIP #2
Take the time to consider how you would create and set up a Cyber Security Incident Handling Procedure for their business. Don’t use a generic IHP; instead, use one that is tailored to their business and the sector they operate in. This will show the hiring manager you have taken the time to prepare for the role you will be operating in.
CYBER SECURITY INTERVIEW TIP #3
The list of 30 Cyber Security interview questions listed on this page are the ones we strongly recommend you prepare for. Whether you are being interviewed to become a Cyber Security Analyst, Cyber Security Engineer or Security Software Developer, make sure you have answers prepared for all the questions listed!
CYBER SECURITY INTERVIEW TIP #4
Your ability to stay up to date with developments within the industry and the threats that are present could be the difference between success or failure at your Cyber Security interview. Before you attend your interview, take the time to consider how you keep your knowledge, expertise and competence updated.
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