West Advanced Technologies Soc Analyst 1 Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Cyber kill chain
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Q2. Phishing analysis
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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. 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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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 is soc analyst day to day activity?roles and responsibilities?
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A SOC analyst's day-to-day activities involve monitoring and analyzing security events, investigating incidents, and responding to threats.
• Monitoring security events and alerts from various sources

• Analyzing and investigating potential security incidents

• Responding to and mitigating security threats

• Performing vulnerability assessments and penetration testing

• Creating and maintaining security incident reports

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Logical reasoning and verbal ability.

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Scenario based questions

Q1. College project
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Q2. Internship details
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Q3. Questions on java, sql
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Q1. Explain CIA? Splunk and IBM qradar?
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CIA stands for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. Splunk and IBM QRadar are both security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• CIA is a security model that focuses on protecting information by ensuring its confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

• Splunk is a SIEM tool that collects, indexes, and analyzes machine data to provide insights into security events and threats.

• IBM QRadar is another SIEM...read more
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