- Describe your experience doing open source intelligence (OSINT) research. …
- How have you supported stakeholders when it comes to geopolitical research? …
- Tell us about opportunities you’ve taken to develop professionally?
What follows is a list of techniques for vetting candidates in Information Security (InfoSec / Cybersecurity). The list and approach has evolved over the years, as I think it should, and I think it represents a good balance between technical content and the philosophy around desired answers.
Sadly this knowledge is not yet understood by most interviewers and HR departments, which are still doing these things like they’re canon.
Some questions are borderline “gotcha”, or core knowledge that can be googled, and these tend to function more like proxies for experience. Be willing to constantly evaluate your questions (including these below) to make sure they are not based on pet, gotcha, puzzle, or pressure.
Live – Job Interview OSINT
Could you help? In your experience, what are the go to questions ? What should I expect and prepare ?
I have a few years of experience in cybersecurity and for the past couple of years, Ive been doing more and more data manipulation and Intel type of work. I would like to move into a full information/OSINT position and would like to prepare ahead of time. But Im not sure Ive locked down the scope of questions employers/team lead could ask me.
Lindsay, where do you work now and what exactly is it that you do?
Iâm an open source intelligence (OSINT) specialist working in a freelance capacity for a range of clients.Â
My work typically involves carrying out research, analysis, and reporting based on publicly available (but hard to find or interpret) information.Â
Sometimes the requirement is narrowly defined and seeks to answer a specific question, such as verifying past employment in a due diligence context, tracing a particular asset, or establishing jurisdiction in support of litigation proceedings. At other times, the aim is to gather as much information as possible about a particular organisation or even a whole sector.Â
The beauty of being a freelance OSINTer is never knowing what Iâm going to be looking at next or where in the world it might take me. It could be mercenaries in Africa, a failed businessperson in Ukraine, or disinformation networks in Germany.
A native English speaker, I also work with Russian and Arabic, which I studied at university and in subsequent employment in the UK and overseas. I also do a little pure language work, including weekly pro bono translations for UK human rights NGO Rights in Russia.
This question can help the interviewer get to know you as a person and see if your values align with those of their organization. It also helps them decide whether you would be a good fit for the role based on your personal qualities. When answering this question, it can be helpful to mention two or three specific qualities that are important to you and how they have helped you succeed in your career so far.
GIS, or geographic information systems, is a type of software that allows users to create maps and analyze data based on geographical locations. Employers may ask this question to see if you have experience using GIS software in your previous roles. In your answer, explain what GIS is and describe the types of projects you used it for. If you don’t have any experience with GIS, consider discussing other mapping software you’ve used instead.
Example: “I think intelligence analysts need to be detail-oriented, organized and inquisitive people who enjoy solving problems. I am someone who is always looking for ways to improve my work and find new solutions to challenges. I also believe that empathy is an important quality for intelligence analysts to have because it allows us to understand our customers better and create more effective strategies.”
Example: “In my last position, I was responsible for analyzing data from a variety of sources including social media platforms, news articles and financial reports. To do this, I used several different software programs like Tableau, QlikView and Spotfire. These tools allowed me to quickly gather information and create visual representations of it so I could easily identify trends and patterns. This process made it easy for me to provide my team with valuable insights.”
Intelligence analysts need to be aware of current events in the news. Employers ask this question to see if you have a process for staying up-to-date on current events and how often you do it. In your answer, explain what steps you take to stay informed about current events. Share any specific resources or tools that help you keep track of current events.
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FAQ
How do I prepare for an intelligence analyst interview?
What questions do they ask during interview?
- Tell me about yourself.
- Walk me through your resume.
- How did you hear about this position?
- Why do you want to work at this company?
- Why do you want this job?
- Why should we hire you?
- What can you bring to the company?
- What are your greatest strengths?
What does an intelligence Analyst do?
