Cybersecurity co-op or intern Interview Questions (Technical + Behavioral) - June 24 , 2025 Can you give a brief self-introduction? Tell us about your professional experience so far. What do you understand by cybersecurity? Why is it important? What are firewalls? What are the different types of firewalls? What is Data Loss Prevention (DLP)? What are its types? What is the CIA Triad? Explain each component. What are the most common cyberattacks you've learned about or dealt with? Explain a SQL injection attack. Can you provide an example? What is risk assessment in cybersecurity? What are the different types? What is the difference between a threat, vulnerability, and risk? How do you stay up-to-date with the latest trends in cybersecurity? Can you mention a recent cybersecurity news item you followed? What are the different sources of malware? What is security testing? What are its types? What’s the difference between encryption, hashing, and encoding? 💬 Behavioral & Soft Skill Questions Tell me about a time you worked on a team project—what was your role? Describe a time when you had to communicate a technical issue to someone non-technical. Have you ever faced a conflict on a team? How did you handle it? How do you prioritize tasks when handling multiple responsibilities? Describe a situation where you made a mistake—how did you resolve it, and what did you learn? Why do you want to work in cybersecurity, and where do you see yourself in 5 years?