"Since I also have a mobile phone and several connected devices at home and work, I do take extra precautions to make sure that what I load on my phone and devices is safe and virus free. I do this by researching the software or app before downloading it. I am also careful not to grant app permissions to access functions on my mobile device either. In my current role, I take the steps necessary to safeguard mobile devices and users against attacks. I have developed a checklist that I share with our employees to make sure they follow safe practices. Here's an example of my list:

1.Use strong/unique passwords
2.Add anti-virus software to devices
3.Review app permissions before giving access
4.Use two-step (multi-factor) authentication
5.Keep your software up to date on a regular basis
6.Disable features you may not use

1.)Mobile Malware
2.)Malicious Apps
3.)Data Leaks
4.)Phishing Attempts
5.)Machine Based Attacks"

"I have implemented several safe mobile device use practices in addition to an awareness program to keep our employees thinking about the importance of security threats as they use their mobile or connected devices. It's important to me to maintain a dynamic "immune system" for our networks and systems to ensure sensitive data is protected at all levels of our organization. As part of the awareness program, I conduct periodic training sessions called "Lunch & Learns" to talk about the various types of threats to mobile and connected devices that can occur. Each training session covers the latest updates on all the threats and how to protect their selves."

Before responding to the interviewer's question, you may want to ask a clarifying question. Are they asking about how you protect connected mobile devices on the organization's network, or are they interested in how you do this for your personal devices at home? Once you better understand the question, you can begin to answer by describing your techniques and why you use these. You don't need to go into great detail; just describe your overall strategy and any special measures you employ. The interviewer will ask you a follow-up question if they need more information or want to explore the topic in more detail.