Job Hunting
- Top Job Hunting Platforms
- Company Career Pages
- Google dork for random companies
- find in top companies.
- Country based Job Platforms: Find jobs on job search sites of particular region
- Referal or Networks
- Ask for referal via people in social media platforms like LinkedIn, facebook etc.
- Chat servers like discord, facebook groups, telegram groups etc.
CV
Interview
Interview Prerequisites
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Interview Preparation Guide
- Ensure a quiet, distraction-free environment without background noise.
- Use a high-quality microphone, earphones, and camera for optimal communication.
- Inform family members or roommates in advance to avoid interruptions.
- In case of an interruption, stay calm:
- Politely ignore it or ask for pardon from the interviewers.
- Gently request others to remain silent if needed.
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Communication Tips
- Market yourself confidently: Don’t hesitate to showcase your skills and achievements.
- Speak gently and calmly: Maintain a slow and clear pace with a positive smile.
- Relax about linguistic errors: Don’t worry too much about minor mistakes in grammar or language.
- Engage actively: Listen attentively and respond thoughtfully to questions.
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Practical Interview Preparation
- Verify that your PC is functioning properly:
- Ensure all hardware and peripherals are in working order.
- Test your internet connection for stability.
- Close unnecessary applications to optimize system performance.
- Pre-install, configure, and test any tools or environments you may need:
- Ensure you have all pentesting tools (e.g., Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit) ready.
- Confirm access to virtual machines or labs if required.
- Keep a backup system ready in case of technical issues.
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Additional Tips
- Practice common questions: Review potential technical and behavioral questions beforehand.
- Take notes: Keep a pen, notebook, or digital notes handy for key points during the discussion.
- Be punctual: Join the interview a few minutes early to show professionalism.
- Follow up: Send a polite thank-you email after the interview to leave a positive impression.
Topics to learn
1. Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
- CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
- Security Controls (Preventive, Detective, Corrective)
- Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA)
- Risk Assessment & Management
2. Networking & Protocols
- OSI & TCP/IP Model
- Common Protocols (HTTP(S), FTP, SSH, DNS, SMTP, etc.)
- Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and Proxies
- Subnetting, VLANs, NAT, and Packet Analysis (Wireshark)
3. Web Application Security
- OWASP Top 10 Vulnerabilities (SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF, SSRF, etc.)
- Web Pentesting Methodologies
- HTTP Headers and Cookies Security
- API Security (JWT, OAuth, Rate Limiting, API Pentesting)
4. System Security
- Windows & Linux Security (File Permissions, Logging, Hardening)
- Active Directory Security (LDAP, Kerberos, NTLM)
- Privilege Escalation (Windows & Linux)
- Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering Basics
5. Penetration Testing & Exploitation
- Reconnaissance (OSINT, Nmap, Shodan, Google Dorking)
- Vulnerability Scanning (Nessus, OpenVAS)
- Exploitation Techniques (Buffer Overflow, RCE, LFI/RFI, Shellcode)
- Post-Exploitation & Lateral Movement
6. Cryptography & Secure Communication
- Hashing vs. Encryption (MD5, SHA, AES, RSA, ECC)
- Digital Certificates, PKI, and SSL/TLS
- Secure Coding Practices
7. Cloud & DevSecOps Security
- AWS, Azure, and GCP Security (IAM, S3, Security Groups)
- Container Security (Docker, Kubernetes)
- CI/CD Pipeline Security
8. Threat Intelligence & Incident Response
- Cyber Kill Chain & MITRE ATT&CK Framework
- SIEM & Log Analysis (Splunk, ELK)
- Digital Forensics (Memory, Disk, Network Forensics)
- Incident Handling & Response Plans
9. Certifications & Hands-on Labs
- OSCP, CRTP, CEH, CISSP (Certification-Oriented Questions)
- Hack The Box, TryHackMe, CTFs (Hands-on Practice)
Practical Prep for Cybersecurity Interviews
- Red Team
- Tools: Nmap, Shodan, theHarvester, Amass, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, SQLmap, Wfuzz, Gobuster, Metasploit, Impacket, CrackMapExec, Mimikatz, LinPEAS, WinPEAS, AWS CLI, Postman, JWT Toolkit
- Bug Categories: SQLi, XSS, CSRF, SSRF, RCE, JWT Tampering, AD Attacks, Pass-the-Hash, Kerberoasting, Lateral Movement, S3 Misconfigs, IAM Issues
- Practice Platforms: TryHackMe, Hack The Box, VulnHub, PortSwigger Academy
- Blue Team
- Tools:Wireshark, Suricata, Zeek, Splunk, ELK, Velociraptor, Sysmon
- Bug Categories: Phishing, Log Tampering, Malware Analysis, Threat Hunting, AD Attacks, Lateral Movement
- Practice Platforms: Blue Team Labs Online, Splunk Boss of the SOC, LetsDefend
Interview Question Answers
- General Interview
- Technical Assessment
- Online Test
- Multiple-Choice Questions
- Tools: Burp Suite, Wireshark, Metasploit, Nmap, IDS/IPS concepts, Splunk, Wazuh
- Knowledge of ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, and OWASP Top 10 may be tested.
- Candidates are given a vulnerable machine or website to exploit.
- CTF Challenge
- Web Exploitation (SQLi, XSS, SSRF)
- Reverse Engineering (basic CrackMe)
- Privilege Escalation (Linux/Windows)
- Network Pentesting
- Platforms: Hack The Box, TryHackMe, CyberTalents, PicoCTF, portswiggerlabs
- Techinical Round Thoery
- Core Cybersecurity Concepts
- Practical & Scenario-Based Questions
- HR Round
- General questions on teamwork, problem-solving, and company fit
- Possible salary negotiation discussions
- Final Managerial / Offer Discussion (Optional)
- For Senior Roles (Security Engineer, Architect, Manager, etc.)
- Handling incident response scenarios
- Experience in compliance, risk management, security architecture