Summary

Getting through the interview process to be a CIO or CISO takes some preparation. There has to be some considered reflection prior to the interview sessions to ensure that you have a clear mind and are able to put forward the best version of yourself.

The interviews can be considered a barrier to getting a role that can be overcome with the right preparation. Firstly, for the CIO and CISO positions, there will be some probing questions that you have to answer, and there will also be an opportunity to learn more about the job and company when you have time to ask your interviewers some further questions. In summary, the interview process is the heart of the entire hiring process and is generally the unscripted part of the process. How you answer appropriately while maintaining eye contact and with a confident voice can make a huge difference in getting the job.

Preparing your plan for the first 90 days will be an asset that you can use in the interview process. The next...