I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Darktrace in Nov 2024
Interview
Initial call with internal recruiter covering overview of job requirements, compensation + interview stages.
Second call with hiring manager giving more insight into team set up and candidate they were looking for
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Give me an example of when you had to deal with a client problem which required escalation to internal Senior Stakeholders
I applied online. I interviewed at Darktrace (Los Angeles, CA)
Interview
Pretty straightforward, Initial recruiter screening followed by interview with HR asking regarding my experience, behavior questions and how I handle various situations with clients. they shared that after acquisition the company is in a bit of a chaos so they need someone who is ok with that.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
they asked me to share my experience managing clients
I applied online. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Darktrace in Jan 2025
Interview
Got rejected after the HR screening. HR screening felt very transactional, interviewer was just asking the standard, cliche questions without really trying to connect with me. I saw some of the horrendous reviews about Darktrace before the interview and made sure to get the interviewer's perspective on cultural challenges inside Darktrace. Interviewer gave an answer that didn't really make sense and was without substance.
One of my least pleasant interviews so far I would say.
Interview questions [2]
Question 1
Why motivates you to join a cyber security company?
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Darktrace (Tokyo) in Dec 2024
Interview
I passed the TA screening and was scheduled for a first interview with their Team Lead. However, the interviewer leaked my application, CV, and possibly personal information to a colleague (Unsure about else, but they searched my LinkedIn profile "BY NAME").
This is a clear example of the risks in the cybersecurity industry—your people are often the biggest risk, and they are demonstrating it very well!
I raised this issue with their TA person, but she ignored my email and simply admitted to the leak without providing any further details even though I requested.
It's incredibly concerning and demonstrates a lack of trustworthiness and compliance within their culture.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
In screening, it was basic.
What you do in your current role.
How you know about this company