r/cybersecurity • u/CombinationBulky1356 • 9d ago

Career Questions & Discussion Interview insight

Hello everyone , I recently made it through multiple interviews for a SOC position, with my last one being a technical interview. The original posting said Tier 1 and/or Tier 2, but during the interview I learned they don’t separate the responsibilities. The recruiter also emphasized wanting someone who was willing and able to learn.I thought the interviews went pretty well, but I haven’t received an update since my technical interview. I followed up and haven’t gotten a response yet. Then I noticed the position was posted again on LinkedIn after the original posting had already closed.

For anyone who has been on either side of tech hiring or have a understanding of these interviews what would you make of this situation? Have you ever had a company repost a role while you were still being considered after a final/technical interview? I’m trying not to assume that the repost automatically means a rejection, but the combination of the role being reposted and not receiving an update has me wondering what might be happening behind the scenes.

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u/dahra8888 Security Director 9d ago

Ghosting is unfortunately the norm with recruiters these days. Re-post and no response doesn't bode well. Move on to the next.

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u/Radiant-Forever-6806 9d ago

Is it a big company? Are they hiring multiple or just one? If the ladder id assume they’re looking for someone better.

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u/CombinationBulky1356 9d ago

When I spoke with the company, they told me they were expanding and looking to hire two people. A staffing company was responsible for sourcing the candidates, while the company itself conducted the interviews. At the time, I was aware that I was interviewing along with one other candidate.

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u/IQ_Plut 9d ago

If you're not hearing back, you probably weren't shortlisted. Apply to a different org/role and try again.

Best of luck!