Paramount Computer Systems Security Consultant Interview Questions and Answers

Questions regarding the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including arithmetic operations and logical reasoning.

Q1. What are the port numbers used for HTTP, SMTP, and TCP?
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Q2. What is your approach to Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) for web-based applications?
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Q3. What is phishing
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Q1. Why do you want to join this company
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Q2. How do you believe you are a suitable candidate for this role?
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Q1. How ospf is works ?
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OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) is a routing protocol that uses link-state routing algorithm to determine the best path for data packets.
• OSPF routers exchange link-state advertisements (LSAs) to build a topology map of the network.

• Each router calculates the shortest path to each network based on the information in the LSAs.

• OSPF uses cost as a metric to determine the best path, with lower cost paths being preferred.

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Q2. What is bgp parameter ?
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BGP parameter refers to the various attributes and settings used in the Border Gateway Protocol for routing decisions.
• BGP parameters include attributes like AS path, next hop, local preference, and MED.

• These parameters help BGP routers make decisions on the best path to reach a destination.

• Examples of BGP parameters are weight, local preference, and community values.
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Q1. What network works and implements parts
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Network works and implements parts refer to the components and protocols involved in the functioning of a network.
• Network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and access points work together to facilitate communication.

• Protocols like TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and SSL/TLS are implemented to ensure data transmission and security.

• Network segmentation, VLANs, and VPNs are used to separate and secure different parts of a ...read more
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Q2. Wireless wlc vlan configuration
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Q3. Switch configuration
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The topics covered includes reasoning, arithmetic, and English.

Q1. Repeat the sentences
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Q2. Correct the jumbled sentences
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Q1. OOPS concept, SQL
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Q1. Say about current role and responsibilities
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I am currently working as a Security Analyst, responsible for monitoring and analyzing security threats, implementing security measures, and conducting security assessments.
• Monitoring and analyzing security threats to identify potential risks

• Implementing security measures to protect systems and data

• Conducting security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend solutions

• Collaborating with IT teams to ensure s...read more
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Q2. What is cyber security
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Cyber security is the practice of protecting systems, networks, and data from digital attacks.
• Involves protecting computers, servers, mobile devices, networks, and data from unauthorized access or damage

• Includes implementing security measures such as firewalls, antivirus software, encryption, and multi-factor authentication

• Cyber security professionals work to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats

• Examples of cyb...read more
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Q1. SOC roles and responsibilities
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Q1. Cyber security basics Framework Soc roles and responsibilities
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Q2. Incident management on Ddos attack
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Incident management on DDoS attack involves identifying the attack, mitigating its impact, and preventing future attacks.
• Quickly identify the type and source of the attack

• Notify relevant stakeholders and activate incident response plan

• Mitigate the attack by filtering traffic and blocking malicious IPs

• Monitor network traffic and adjust mitigation strategies as needed

• Conduct a post-incident analysis to identify areas for...read more
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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. How Siem works Mitre attack framework Cyber kill chain Different types of attack
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SIEM works by collecting and analyzing security data to detect and respond to cyber threats. Mitre attack framework and Cyber kill chain are used to categorize and analyze attacks.
• SIEM collects security data from various sources like logs, network traffic, and endpoints for analysis.

• Mitre attack framework provides a structured way to categorize and analyze cyber threats based on tactics and techniques used by attackers...read more
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