Cybersecurity Engineer Interview Preparation Guide - Airbnb (Mid-Level)
Cybersecurity Engineer
Airbnb
Mid Level
7 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Airbnb's cybersecurity interview process for mid-level engineers typically includes an initial recruiter screening, technical phone screen focusing on security fundamentals and hands-on experience, followed by 5 onsite rounds covering security architecture, threat analysis, security engineering implementation, behavioral assessment, and hiring manager evaluation. The process evaluates technical depth, system design thinking, incident response capability, secure coding practices, and cultural fit.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen
60 min6 focus topicstechnical
3
Behavioral & Culture Fit Phone Screen
45 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
4
Security Architecture & Design Onsite Interview
60 min5 focus topicssystem design
5
Threat Analysis & Incident Response Onsite Interview
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
6
Security Engineering & Implementation Onsite Interview
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
7
Hiring Manager & Team Fit Onsite Interview
60 min4 focus topicsbehavioral