Cognizant Security Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. What is DDos attack
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DDoS attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt normal traffic of a targeted server or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic.
• DDoS stands for Distributed Denial of Service

• Attackers use multiple compromised systems to flood the target with traffic

• Goal is to make the target server or network unavailable to legitimate users

• Common types include UDP flood, SYN flood, and HTTP flood

• Examples: Mirai botnet a...read more
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Q2. Tell me your roles
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As a Security Engineer, my roles include designing and implementing security measures, conducting security assessments, monitoring for security breaches, and responding to incidents.
• Designing and implementing security measures to protect systems and data

• Conducting security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and risks

• Monitoring for security breaches and unauthorized access

• Responding to security incidents and implem
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Q1. Why Accenture ?
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Accenture is a global leader in technology consulting with a strong focus on innovation and career development.
• Accenture offers a wide range of opportunities for professional growth and development.

• The company has a strong reputation for innovation and cutting-edge technology solutions.

• Accenture has a global presence, providing opportunities to work on diverse projects with clients from around the world.
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Q2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years ?
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In 5 years, I see myself as a senior Security Engineer leading a team of professionals and implementing cutting-edge security solutions.
• Leading a team of security professionals

• Implementing cutting-edge security solutions

• Continuing to stay updated on the latest security trends and technologies
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Q3. What is your hobby ?
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My hobby is woodworking. I enjoy creating furniture and home decor items from scratch.
• I have a fully equipped workshop where I spend most of my free time

• I enjoy working with different types of wood and experimenting with various techniques

• Some of my recent projects include a custom dining table, a set of bookshelves, and a wooden clock
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Q4. Tell me about your expectations
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I expect challenging projects, opportunities for growth, supportive team, and work-life balance.
• Challenging projects that allow me to utilize my skills and knowledge

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• A supportive team environment where collaboration is encouraged

• A good work-life balance to prevent burnout
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Q5. What are your interest?
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My interests include cybersecurity, coding, networking, and staying updated on the latest security trends.
• Cybersecurity

• Coding

• Networking

• Staying updated on security trends
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Mathematical ability, distance, men and work, measurements , logical , round table etc

Q1. 1. Tell me about yourself 2. Java technical questions 3. cybersecurity technical questions.
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Q2. Technical questions Who is the persons in managerial level at the company
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Q1. Related to web application security, network security
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Q2. What are different types of protocols
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Protocols are a set of rules that govern the communication between devices or systems.
• Transport Layer Protocols: TCP, UDP

• Internet Layer Protocols: IP, ICMP

• Application Layer Protocols: HTTP, FTP, SMTP

• Routing Protocols: OSPF, BGP

• Security Protocols: SSL/TLS, IPSec
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Q1. All security related question
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Q2. SOC, SIEM ,IR related question
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Q1. Basics of networking
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Q2. Dlp tools and encryption
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Q1. Pay expectations
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Q2. Work location prefer
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Q1. How registry patch is pushed when the machine is vulnerable?
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Registry patches can be pushed using patch management tools like SCCM or WSUS, or manually through Group Policy or scripts.
• Use patch management tools like SCCM or WSUS to push registry patches automatically

• Manually push registry patches through Group Policy or scripts

• Ensure proper testing before pushing patches to avoid any issues
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Q1. BEYOND TRUST Components services architecture ports
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Q2. Cyber Ark components architecture services ports
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