Tell me about a time when you had to juggle several projects at the same time. How did you organize your time? What was the result?
"During my career, I have developed the ability to effectively multitask. I was recently required to complete several network security tests, application upgrades and staff evaluations in a relatively short period of time. I created a plan which enabled me to allot the appropriate amount of time to each project daily. I was able to easily accommodate the changing priorities and urgencies of the projects by remaining flexible to changing my schedule when it was necessary. I also looked for ways to combine tasks, such as assigning a software upgrade to one of the staff as part of their evaluation. The result was that each project was completed successfully and effectively."
Multitasking is a critical skill in many roles, but especially in a dynamic environment like Network Security. Being able to describe your ability in this area is important.
"My job has always involved managing multiple projects and tasks concurrently. I have found that the key to this is determining the relative importance of each task and weighing this against how critical it is. I then allot enough time for each task to ensure it is completed accurately and on time. This system also helps me identify which tasks can either be eliminated or delegated."
