General/behavioral questions

When interviewing for a Cybersecurity Project Manager position, organizations assess cultural, organizational, and team fit beyond the technical and project management skills. This assessment is crucial as it determines how well a candidate aligns with the company’s values, work environment, and team dynamics. Here are some examples of general and behavioral questions that provide insights into these aspects.

What attracts you to our company’s mission and the role of a Cybersecurity Project Manager here?

This question gauges a candidate’s motivation and interest in the organization’s goals and culture. It reveals whether the candidate has done their homework on the company’s mission and values and how they see themselves contributing to those objectives through cybersecurity.

A personal tie to the business mission drives additional engagement and motivation to achieve positive project results. For example...