01 There are many Security Manager jobs available in our area. Why do you want to work for our security company? DISCOVERY 02 There are many niches in the security industry. In which industries or sectors do you have the most security experience? DISCOVERY 03 In which security technology do you bring the most experience and knowledge? TECHNICAL 04 As a Security Manager, you will be leading a team of other security professionals. Tell me about your leadership experience and approach. LEADERSHIP 05 What type of security issues do you most commonly face, and how do you typically respond? OPERATIONAL 06 Why is security an important career for you? What motivates you to do a good job? DISCOVERY 07 Why did you initially choose a career as a Security Manager? DISCOVERY 08 Why are you the best Security Manager for us? GENERAL 09 What is your greatest strength, and how will it help you as a Security Manager? GENERAL 10 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 11 Tell me about one security-related situation where you wish you had reacted differently. BEHAVIORAL 12 Where do you see your security career taking you in the next five years? DISCOVERY 13 How do you respond in high-pressure or dangerous situations? OPERATIONAL 14 Do you work well under pressure? Provide an example of a time when you reacted appropriately when others may not have. BEHAVIORAL 15 Tell me about your experience with managing others. Who have you led, and how would you describe your management style? LEADERSHIP 16 What do you enjoy most about working in a team-based environment? TEAMWORK 17 What do you enjoy most about your current role? What would you change if you could? GENERAL 18 Tell me about the most serious conflict you have faced in your security career. How did you handle the situation? BEHAVIORAL 19 Are you willing to comply with all required background checks? DIRECT 20 What motivates you to protect people and property? DISCOVERY 21 How do you remain focused during long or overnight shifts? OPERATIONAL 22 How does this Security Manager position fit into your overall career plans? GENERAL 23 How do you handle situations that could cause you to be late or absent? GENERAL 24 With which surveillance systems are you most familiar? TECHNICAL 25 Are you a detail oriented person? If so, provide an example to support your response. BEHAVIORAL 26 Walk me through your security-related education and training. EDUCATION 27 Describe a time you successfully trained a new staff member on security procedures. LEADERSHIP 28 Have you ever planned security for a special event? If so, describe your approach. BEHAVIORAL 29 How do you remain in the know on new security measures and helpful tools? GENERAL 30 How do you ensure that your team remains diligent and compliant with the security measures you put into place? LEADERSHIP 31 How many days did you call in sick last year? DIRECT 32 This position requires our Security Manager to have reliable transportation. Do you have reliable transportation? DIRECT 33 If hired, are you available to work weekends and holidays when needed? DIRECT 34 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 35 What do you like to do in your free time? GENERAL 36 Our company requires a urinalysis drug test as part of our pre-employment screening. Will you have a problem passing the drug test? DIRECT 37 Are you licensed to carry a firearm? DIRECT 38 How would your previous employer describe you in one word? GENERAL 39 Who is the CEO of our company? DIRECT 40 This concludes our interview. Do you have any questions for me? DIRECT