0

Explore Products

Best Sellers

New Releases

Books

Videos

Audiobooks

Free Learning

Hack the Cybersecurity Interview

You're reading from Hack the Cybersecurity Interview A complete interview preparation guide for jumpstarting your cybersecurity career

Product type Paperback

Published in Jul 2022

Publisher Packt

ISBN-13 9781801816632

Length 260 pages

Edition 1st Edition

Concepts

Cybersecurity

Authors (4):

Ken Underhill

Tia Hopkins

Christophe Foulon

Mari Galloway

View More author details

Table of Contents (18) Chapters

Preface

1. Part 1: Hacking Yourself

2. Chapter 1: Hacking Yourself FREE CHAPTER

3. Part 2: Cybersecurity Careers and Interview Questions

4. Chapter 2: SOC Analyst

5. Chapter 3: Penetration Tester

6. Chapter 4: Digital Forensic Analyst

7. Chapter 5: Cryptographer/Cryptanalyst

8. Chapter 6: GRC/Privacy Analyst

9. Chapter 7: Security Auditor

10. Chapter 8: Malware Analyst

11. Part 3: Cybersecurity Management Careers and Interview Questions

12. Chapter 9: Cybersecurity Manager

13. Chapter 10: Cybersecurity Sales Engineer

14. Chapter 11: CISO

15. Chapter 12: Behavioral Interview Questions

16. Chapter 13: Final Thoughts

17. Other Books You May Enjoy

What is a cybersecurity sales engineer?

The cybersecurity sales engineer is a technical sales resource that sells cybersecurity technologies and/or services to businesses. This role is a hidden gem in the cybersecurity and broader tech industry; many technical resources shy away from this type of role mostly due to misconceptions regarding sales requirements. In most organizations, sales engineers are considered sales overlays, basically meaning they support the sales process, but do not own it. This means that although sales engineers are often tied to the quota of the sales reps they support, they are not directly responsible for activities such as prospecting or cold calling, pipeline generation, and forecasting.

Sales engineers typically support one or more account managers (or sales representatives). While the account manager is responsible for managing the specifics of the sale (pricing negotiations, contract negotiations, term length, contract signature, and so on), the...

The rest of the chapter is locked

Register for a free Packt account to unlock a world of extra content!

A free Packt account unlocks extra newsletters, articles, discounted offers, and much more. Start advancing your knowledge today.

Unlock this book and the full library FREE for 7 days

Get unlimited access to 7000+ expert-authored eBooks and videos courses covering every tech area you can think of

Start free trial

Renews at $19.99/month. Cancel anytime

Authors (3)

Kenneth Underhill

Kenneth Underhill

Kenneth Underhill is a co-founder of Cyber Life, which provides cybersecurity certification education to organizations and cybersecurity professionals, and one of the authors of the international bestselling book Hack the Cybersecurity Interview. He has won multiple industry awards for his work to improve diversity in the industry and is an advocate for women's rights. Ken educates millions of people each year through his online cybersecurity courses and sits on the advisory board of Breaking Barriers Women in Cybersecurity (BBWIC). He also holds a graduate degree in cybersecurity and information assurance and several industry certificates (CCSK, CEH, and CHFI).

See other products by Kenneth Underhill

Christophe Foulon

Christophe Foulon

Christophe Foulon, senior manager and cybersecurity consultant at F10 FinTech, brings over 15 years of experience as a vCISO, information security manager, adjunct professor, author, and cybersecurity strategist with a passion for customer service, process improvement, and information security. He also has spent more than 10 years leading, coaching, and mentoring people. As a security practitioner, Christophe is focused on helping businesses tackle their cybersecurity risks while minimizing friction, resulting in increased resiliency, and aiding to secure people and processes with a solid understanding of the technology involved. He also hosts the Breaking into Cybersecurity podcast and co-authored Develop Your Cybersecurity Career Path.

See other products by Christophe Foulon

Tia Hopkins

Tia Hopkins

Tia Hopkins is the field CTO and chief cyber risk strategist at eSentire. She is also an adjunct professor of cybersecurity at Yeshiva University, a football coach, and is pursuing an executive MBA and Ph.D. in cybersecurity. Tia was recognized by SC Media as an outstanding educator in 2019, as well as one of the Top 25 Women Leaders in Cybersecurity and Top 100 Women in Cybersecurity, both in 2020. In 2021, Tia was recognized as a Top Influencer in the Security Executives category by IFSEC Global. She also contributed a chapter to the book The Rise of Cyber Women: Volume 2. Tia is the founder of Empow(H)er Cybersecurity, a non-profit organization aimed at inspiring and empowering women of color to pursue cybersecurity careers.

See other products by Tia Hopkins

Personalised recommendations for you

Based on your interests and search pattern

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m