Security Manager Interview Questions
Go Back1. Have you ever planned security for a special event? If so, describe your approach.
2. Tell me about one security-related situation where you wish you had reacted differently.
3. Are you a detail oriented person? If so, provide an example to support your response.
4. Do you work well under pressure? Provide an example of a time when you reacted appropriately when others may not have.
5. Tell me about the most serious conflict you have faced in your security career. How did you handle the situation?
6. This concludes our interview. Do you have any questions for me?
7. Who is the CEO of our company?
8. Are you licensed to carry a firearm?
9. Our company requires a urinalysis drug test as part of our pre-employment screening. Will you have a problem passing the drug test?
10. Due to the sensitive nature of our work, we require our personnel to take random polygraph tests. Do you have an issue with this requirement?
11. If hired, are you available to work weekends and holidays when needed?
12. This position requires our Security Manager to have reliable transportation. Do you have reliable transportation?
13. How many days did you call in sick last year?
14. Are you willing to comply with all required background checks?
15. There are many niches in the security industry. In which industries or sectors do you have the most security experience?
16. What motivates you to protect people and property?
17. There are many Security Manager jobs available in our area. Why do you want to work for our security company?
18. Why is security an important career for you? What motivates you to do a good job?
19. Why did you initially choose a career as a Security Manager?
20. Where do you see your security career taking you in the next five years?
21. Walk me through your security-related education and training.
22. How do you remain in the know on new security measures and helpful tools?
23. How would your previous employer describe you in one word?
24. What do you like to do in your free time?
25. Why are you the best Security Manager for us?
26. What is your greatest strength, and how will it help you as a Security Manager?
27. What do you enjoy most about your current role? What would you change if you could?
28. What is your greatest weakness as it relates to your career as a Security Manager? What are you doing to improve on this weakness?
29. How do you handle situations that could cause you to be late or absent?
30. How does this Security Manager position fit into your overall career plans?
31. Describe a time you successfully trained a new staff member on security procedures.
32. How do you ensure that your team remains diligent and compliant with the security measures you put into place?
33. As a Security Manager, you will be leading a team of other security professionals. Tell me about your leadership experience and approach.
34. Tell me about your experience with managing others. Who have you led, and how would you describe your management style?
35. How do you remain focused during long or overnight shifts?
36. How do you respond in high-pressure or dangerous situations?
37. What type of security issues do you most commonly face, and how do you typically respond?
38. What do you enjoy most about working in a team-based environment?
39. With which surveillance systems are you most familiar?
40. In which security technology do you bring the most experience and knowledge?