West Advanced Technologies Soc Analyst 1 Interview Questions and Answers

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Q1. College project
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Q2. Internship details
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Q3. Questions on java, sql
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Q1. What is AAA in Cyber security? Difference between Authentication vs Authorization
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AAA in cybersecurity stands for Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting, crucial for securing systems.
• Authentication verifies user identity (e.g., passwords, biometrics).

• Authorization determines user permissions (e.g., access to files).

• Accounting tracks user activities (e.g., logging access times).

• Example: A user logs in (Authentication), accesses a file (Authorization), and their actions are logged (Accounting).
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Q2. IDS vs IPS
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IDS detects intrusions, while IPS actively prevents them, enhancing network security.
• IDS (Intrusion Detection System) monitors network traffic for suspicious activity.

• IPS (Intrusion Prevention System) not only detects but also blocks potential threats.

• Example of IDS: Snort, which analyzes traffic and alerts administrators.

• Example of IPS: Cisco Firepower, which can block malicious traffic in real-time.

• IDS is typically p...read more
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Q1. Tell me about your hobbies
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I enjoy hiking, reading, and photography, which help me relax and explore my creativity.
• Hiking: I love exploring nature trails and discovering new landscapes, often going on weekend hikes with friends.

• Reading: I read a variety of genres, from fiction to non-fiction, and recently finished a book on cybersecurity.

• Photography: I enjoy capturing moments during my hikes, focusing on landscapes and wildlife, and I often shar
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Logical reasoning and verbal ability.

Q1. Tell me about your self
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I am a dedicated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for analyzing social trends and behaviors.
• I have a degree in Sociology with a focus on research methods

• I have experience conducting surveys and interviews to gather data

• I am proficient in data analysis software such as SPSS and Excel
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Q2. What is DDos attack
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DDoS attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt normal traffic of a targeted server, service, 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 inaccessible to its intended users

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

• Examples: Mirai botnet attack
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Q1. Explain briefly about what you worked in last organization.
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Q2. What is malware. What is virus. Basically asked about the cybersecurity daily threats that we are facing.
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Q3. What is the real time big issue that you have faced. How you handle the situation
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Q1. Discussed about salary
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Q1. What's diffrence between VA and PT
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VA stands for Vulnerability Assessment, which identifies vulnerabilities in systems and networks. PT stands for Penetration Testing, which simulates real-world attacks to exploit vulnerabilities.
• VA is a proactive approach to identifying vulnerabilities, while PT is a more hands-on, simulated attack

• VA typically involves scanning systems for known vulnerabilities, while PT involves attempting to exploit vulnerabilities t...read more
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Q1. Tell me about OSI layer
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The OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model is a conceptual framework that standardizes the functions of a telecommunication or computing system into seven layers.
• The OSI model helps in understanding how data is transmitted over a network.

• Each layer has specific functions and interacts with adjacent layers.

• Examples of OSI layers include Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application la
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Q1. Explain your work as SOC analyst
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Q1. Kal queer, Advance hunting
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Q1. Team responsibility
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Q1. Further discussion.
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