Application Security Engineer

Skill: Application Security Program Development and Implementation

1. Can you describe an application security program you have developed and implemented in the past?
2. What are some key components of an effective application security program?
3. What steps do you take to ensure the successful implementation of a new security program?
4. What is your approach to updating security programs as technology and threats evolve?
5. What is your process for conducting a security risk assessment?

Skill: Security Assessments and Penetration Testing

1. Can you describe your experience with conducting security assessments?
2. What tools and techniques do you use for penetration testing?
3. What is your process for reporting the results of a security assessment?
4. What is your approach to conducting penetration tests on applications and infrastructure?
5. What is your process for validating the results of a penetration test?

Skill: Collaboration with Development Teams

1. Can you describe your experience collaborating with development teams on security practices?
2. How do you ensure that security practices are integrated into all phases of the software development lifecycle?
3. What is your approach to training development teams on security practices?
4. What is your process for conducting security code reviews?
5. What is your approach to integrating security practices into agile development methodologies?

Skill: Response and Investigation of Security Breaches

1. Can you describe your experience with responding to and investigating security breaches?
2. What is your process for investigating a security breach?
3. What is your approach to communicating about a security breach with stakeholders?
4. What is your process for documenting the response and investigation of a security breach?
5. What is your approach to conducting a post-mortem analysis after a security breach?

Skill: Knowledge of Security Industry and Security Technologies

1. How do you stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the security industry?
2. Can you describe your experience with security technologies such as Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Firewalls, Anti-Virus, Vulnerability Assessment tools, and Forensic tools?
3. What is your process for evaluating new security technologies?
4. What is your approach to training others on the use of security technologies?
5. What is your process for conducting a risk assessment of security technologies?

Additional Notes

1. Remember to assess the candidate's communication skills and ability to explain complex security concepts in a way that is understandable to non-technical stakeholders.
2. Look for evidence of continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest security trends and technologies.
3. Consider the candidate's problem-solving skills and ability to handle pressure and make difficult decisions.
4. Assess the candidate's ethical standards and commitment to compliance with laws and regulations.
5. Consider the candidate's leadership skills and ability to influence and negotiate with others.