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Updated 13 Jun 2024

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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Assignment 

The task was a Codility type

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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. SALARY AND LOCATION
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. CISO & audit related

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I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jun 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. How do you see the Cyber-security market post covid-19? What changes do you see in the customer purchase decisions ?
  • Ans. 

    Post covid-19, cyber-security market will see an increase in demand due to remote work and online transactions.

    • Remote work and online transactions have increased the risk of cyber-attacks.

    • Organizations will invest more in cyber-security solutions to protect their data and systems.

    • Cloud-based security solutions will become more popular.

    • Customers will prioritize solutions that offer remote management and monitoring capab...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. You have worked with Checkpoint solutions before, share our three unique differentiators and propositions compared to our competitors
  • Ans. 

    Checkpoint's unique differentiators are advanced threat prevention, unified security management, and cloud security solutions.

    • Advanced threat prevention: Checkpoint's SandBlast technology provides real-time protection against zero-day and advanced threats.

    • Unified security management: Checkpoint's Security Management Portal allows for centralized management of security policies across multiple environments.

    • Cloud securit...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is zero trust approach to security? Deep dive on the solutions and products and architecture
  • Q4. What different approach do you take while making a cyber case for a MSP compared to a large enterprise, a govt entity and an SMB client
  • Ans. 

    The approach for making a cyber case varies based on the client's size and type.

    • For MSPs, focus on the benefits of outsourcing security and the cost savings compared to hiring an in-house team.

    • For large enterprises, emphasize the need for a comprehensive security strategy and the potential financial and reputational damage of a breach.

    • For government entities, highlight compliance requirements and the importance of prot...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What does Gartner say about securing remote workforces? Share some industry best practices
  • Ans. 

    Gartner recommends a zero-trust approach to secure remote workforces. Best practices include multi-factor authentication, VPNs, and endpoint protection.

    • Gartner recommends a zero-trust approach to security

    • Implement multi-factor authentication for all remote access

    • Use VPNs to secure remote connections

    • Ensure endpoint protection is up-to-date and includes firewalls and anti-virus software

    • Train employees on secure remote wo...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Do you have some experience working around compliances like RBI, PCIDSS,GDPR,HIPPA etc storyboard with example
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have experience working with compliances like RBI, PCIDSS, GDPR, HIPAA.

    • I have worked with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines to ensure compliance in financial product sales.

    • I am familiar with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCIDSS) and have implemented necessary measures to protect customer data.

    • I have worked with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure the privacy and s...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. What is the difference between IOT and OT security?
  • Ans. 

    IOT security focuses on securing devices and data in the Internet of Things, while OT security focuses on securing operational technology systems.

    • IOT security involves securing devices and data in the Internet of Things, which includes sensors, smart devices, and other connected devices.

    • OT security involves securing operational technology systems, which includes industrial control systems, SCADA systems, and other syst...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Read thoroughly about Checkpoint portfolio, the infinity architecture, Harmony suite, Cloudguard and IOT/OT offerings. Industry knowledge, reading Gartner reports would be a plus.Prior experience with Checkpoint portfolio, building BOM's would help. Quote statistics from CPR, also try going through battle cards for competitive positioning.

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posted on 28 Feb 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Aug 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basics of US Payroll and about taxes in different states with their rates.
  • Q2. Garnishments basic and employee's leaves and pto exceptions.
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Briefing about self and worked experience
  • Q2. Psychological questions, personality test by senior manager.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be honest and have a good communication skill.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All questions related to Process and Tool level and Analysis.
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Performance testing questions
Round 3 - Client Interview 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Loadrunner questions
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Process and Tool level questions

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posted on 28 Feb 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response
Round 1 - Coding Test 

It is the HackerRank coding test.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is the difference between a HashMap and a HashSet, and how does hashing operate internally? Additionally, how can the character count in a string be determined?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They conducted the interview through Naukri/LinkedIn. For the technical round, please remember to bring your Aadhaar card for the virtual online interview. After one week, I received the interview results.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Support Role Questions 1) Like explaining a case which was done in your previous role and experience
  • Q2. Questions on Javascript
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical Interview questions on Javascript, HTML, CSS and behavioural
Round 3 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Manager Questions based on Position and previous work experience.
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Basics of oops, .net framework and .net core
  • Q2. Sql query for student department id
  • Ans. 

    SQL query to retrieve student department id.

    • Use SELECT statement to retrieve data

    • Specify the columns to be selected, including the department id column

    • Specify the table where the student data is stored

    • Use WHERE clause to filter the results based on student information

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Solid principles and design patterns
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked to code palindrome
  • Q2. Code duplicate string from main string and get index of sub string
  • Ans. 

    Code to find index of sub string in main string and duplicate the sub string

    • Use a loop to iterate through the main string and check for the sub string

    • If sub string is found, duplicate it and store the index

    • Return the index of the duplicated sub string

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Manager asked me to code the count index of substring and sum of substring
  • Q2. Questions as HR informed, it was worst and all interviews were scheduled at night time.he was more technical than the second round team lead instead of asking manager round

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - worst manager round and salary is also provided less compared to market rate.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bangalore and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

3 coding dsa question
Difficulty is On your luck
My friends got easy level
I got medium level
Some got hard questions as well

Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Ssh round , quant and logical
Tip: bring your calculator

Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Two Puzzle : bulb switching and candle
  • Q2. Dsa questions such as string reverse, binary search
  • Q3. Dbms and os core subject questions
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How are you better than others
  • Q2. Why should we hire you

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you are a girl, the interview rounds will be much easier for you as this company promotes diversity hiring.
The main differing factor is technical round interview which totally depends on the interviewer's mood .
Girls do get priority in this round, they are asked easier questions and will be selected if able to answer 60-70% of the questions.
Note:- it's not like they will hire any girl but a bit easier comparatively
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Sep 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Data structures, dynamic programming, string interleaved
  • Q2. Data structures, Longest palindromic substring
  • Q3. Data structures, simulate Write-Back Cache using two python dictionaries with dirty bit implementation and LRU flushing technique on cache full.
  • Ans. 

    Simulate Write-Back Cache using two python dictionaries with dirty bit and LRU flushing technique.

    • Create two dictionaries, one for cache data and one for dirty bit tracking.

    • Implement LRU flushing technique to remove least recently used data when cache is full.

    • Set dirty bit to mark data that has been modified and needs to be written back to main memory.

    • Update dirty bit when data is modified and track which data needs to...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Some random questions on system concepts such as SAN/NAS storage, File system, Caching, NFS, SMB
  • Q2. Some random questions on virtualization technologies e.g.VMware Esxi, vmotion, HA, vsan etc
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. System design, Logging server and log searching application.
  • Q2. System Design, storage monitoring and reporting dashboard using any cloud provider AWS, GCP or Azure.
Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. CI/CD Pipeline, Kubernetes, Dockers related questions.
  • Q2. Git commands, Got scenarios and branching strategies.
Round 5 - Analytical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Few questions to evaluate analytical skills from given report and statistical historical data. A descriptive problem statement in detail.
Round 6 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Behavioral questions

Skills evaluated in this interview

Check Point Software Technologies Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Check Point Software Technologies interview?
Check Point Software Technologies interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Check Point Software Technologies interview process are HR, Technical and Assignment.
How to prepare for Check Point Software Technologies interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Check Point Software Technologies. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Check Point Software Technologies expect are Sales, Recruitment, Networking, Compliance and Salesforce.
What are the top questions asked in Check Point Software Technologies interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Check Point Software Technologies interview -

  1. How do you see the Cyber-security market post covid-19? What changes do you see...read more
  2. What different approach do you take while making a cyber case for a MSP compare...read more
  3. Do you have some experience working around compliances like RBI, PCIDSS,GDPR,HI...read more

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Company culture

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