Common interview questions
Now, let’s look at some common interview questions you may be asked during the initial phone screen interview, the hiring manager interview, and/or any team interview:
Tell me about yourself
This question is not a place for you to share your childhood memories. It’s also not a place for you to mention generic stuff like I’m a lifelong learner because everyone in a cybersecurity career is a lifelong learner, due to technology and threats constantly evolving.
Instead, what the interviewer wants to hear is a brief summary of your career with a focus on your impact on past employers. Think of this as your 30-second elevator pitch. Be as specific as possible in your answer.
Here’s a formula to help you craft a good answer to this question:
- A one-sentence introduction to who you are professionally
- Two to four metrics that make you stand out based on the job role
- One or two sentences about why you...
