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Security Manager Mock Interview

To help you prepare for your Security Manager interview, here are 40 interview questions and answer examples.

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Have you ever planned security for a special event? If so, describe your approach.

If you are an experienced Security Manager with special events experience, you have most likely had a hand in planning some or all of an event's security plan. Walk the interviewer through your expertise, being sure to include important details about your approach. Discuss what you look for when mapping out the security needs for a special event while explaining that you are meticulous and detailed. The interviewer wants to see if you have the skills and expertise in planning security for a special occasion to determine how you can benefit their organization if hired.

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40 Security Manager Interview Questions & Answers

Below is a list of our Security Manager interview questions. Click on any interview question to view our answer advice and answer examples. You may view six answer examples before our paywall loads. Afterwards, you'll be asked to upgrade to view the rest of our answers.

  • Behavioral

    1. Have you ever planned security for a special event? If so, describe your approach.

  • Behavioral

    2. Tell me about one security-related situation where you wish you had reacted differently.

  • Behavioral

    3. Are you a detail oriented person? If so, provide an example to support your response.

  • Behavioral

    4. Do you work well under pressure? Provide an example of a time when you reacted appropriately when others may not have.

  • Behavioral

    5. Tell me about the most serious conflict you have faced in your security career. How did you handle the situation?

  • Direct

    6. This concludes our interview. Do you have any questions for me?

  • Direct

    7. Who is the CEO of our company?

  • Direct

    8. Are you licensed to carry a firearm?

  • Direct

    9. Our company requires a urinalysis drug test as part of our pre-employment screening. Will you have a problem passing the drug test?

  • Direct

    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?

  • Direct

    11. If hired, are you available to work weekends and holidays when needed?

  • Direct

    12. This position requires our Security Manager to have reliable transportation. Do you have reliable transportation?

  • Direct

    13. How many days did you call in sick last year?

  • Direct

    14. Are you willing to comply with all required background checks?

  • Discovery

    15. There are many niches in the security industry. In which industries or sectors do you have the most security experience?

  • Discovery

    16. What motivates you to protect people and property?

  • Discovery

    17. There are many Security Manager jobs available in our area. Why do you want to work for our security company?

  • Discovery

    18. Why is security an important career for you? What motivates you to do a good job?

  • Discovery

    19. Why did you initially choose a career as a Security Manager?

  • Discovery

    20. Where do you see your security career taking you in the next five years?

  • Education

    21. Walk me through your security-related education and training.

  • General

    22. How do you remain in the know on new security measures and helpful tools?

  • General

    23. How would your previous employer describe you in one word?

  • General

    24. What do you like to do in your free time?

  • General

    25. Why are you the best Security Manager for us?

  • General

    26. What is your greatest strength, and how will it help you as a Security Manager?

  • General

    27. What do you enjoy most about your current role? What would you change if you could?

  • General

    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?

  • General

    29. How do you handle situations that could cause you to be late or absent?

  • General

    30. How does this Security Manager position fit into your overall career plans?

  • Leadership

    31. Describe a time you successfully trained a new staff member on security procedures.

  • Leadership

    32. How do you ensure that your team remains diligent and compliant with the security measures you put into place?

  • Leadership

    33. As a Security Manager, you will be leading a team of other security professionals. Tell me about your leadership experience and approach.

  • Leadership

    34. Tell me about your experience with managing others. Who have you led, and how would you describe your management style?

  • Operational

    35. How do you remain focused during long or overnight shifts?

  • Operational

    36. How do you respond in high-pressure or dangerous situations?

  • Operational

    37. What type of security issues do you most commonly face, and how do you typically respond?

  • Teamwork

    38. What do you enjoy most about working in a team-based environment?

  • Technical

    39. With which surveillance systems are you most familiar?

  • Technical

    40. In which security technology do you bring the most experience and knowledge?