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TCS Security Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 8 Mar 2024

TCS Security Engineer Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Mathematical ability, distance, men and work, measurements , logical , round table etc

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 1. Tell me about yourself 2. Java technical questions 3. cybersecurity technical questions.
  • Q2. Technical questions Who is the persons in managerial level at the company

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for TCS Security Engineer interview:
  • Python
  • C++
  • Java
  • Cybersecurity
  • SAP
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be good with technical abilities and basic codign questions such as fibonocci etc
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. BEYOND TRUST Components services architecture ports
  • Q2. Cyber Ark components architecture services ports

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for TCS Security Engineer interview:
  • Beyondtrust
  • CyberArk
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep focus on what you are doing

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Q5. Which technologies or languages you have knowledge about

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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Vapt devsecops question
  • Q2. Dast sac iast question
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you want to switch
  • Ans. 

    Looking for new challenges and opportunities for growth in a different environment.

    • Seeking to expand my skills and knowledge in a new role

    • Interested in working on different projects and technologies

    • Want to explore different aspects of security engineering

    • Seeking a more collaborative team environment

    • Looking for better work-life balance

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Expectations from Wipro
  • Ans. 

    Expectations from Wipro include strong technical skills, ability to work in a team, adaptability to new technologies, and commitment to security best practices.

    • Strong technical skills in areas such as network security, cryptography, and secure coding practices

    • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders

    • Adaptability to new technologies and willingness to continuously ...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is DDos attack
  • Ans. 

    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...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me your roles

Security Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

HCLTech user image Rakesh Vibahar R M

posted on 25 Jul 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Why Accenture ?
  • Ans. 

    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.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years ?
  • Ans. 

    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

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is your hobby ?
  • Ans. 

    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

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Tell me about your expectations
  • Ans. 

    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

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What are your interest?
  • Ans. 

    My interests include cybersecurity, coding, networking, and staying updated on the latest security trends.

    • Cybersecurity

    • Coding

    • Networking

    • Staying updated on security trends

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just believe in your knowledge and have confidence
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Related to web application security, network security
  • Q2. What are different types of protocols
  • Ans. 

    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

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Continue study , be focussed & dedicated. Don't get discouraged because of rejections.

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Nov 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude having all type of questions like reasoning, verbal,…..

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical round is involved in all subjects for freshers like java (mainly opps concept) , dbms,…
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. This can u technical or managerial round depends.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep learning on market demand technologies it will help u to get panel members attention.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basics of networking
  • Q2. Dlp tools and encryption
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Pay expectations
  • Q2. Work location prefer
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How registry patch is pushed when the machine is vulnerable?
  • Ans. 

    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

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Splunk questions

TCS Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in TCS Security Engineer interview?
TCS interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the TCS interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and Aptitude Test.
How to prepare for TCS Security Engineer 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 TCS. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at TCS expect are Checkpoint Firewall, Dlp, Splunk, Checkpoint and Cloud.
What are the top questions asked in TCS Security Engineer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the TCS Security Engineer interview -

  1. Technical questions Who is the persons in managerial level at the comp...read more
  2. BEYOND TRUST Components services architecture po...read more
  3. Cyber Ark components architecture services po...read more

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