Senior Penetration Tester Interview Preparation Guide - FAANG Standards
This guide is based on general FAANG interview practices and may not reflect specific company procedures.
Senior Penetration Tester interviews at FAANG companies typically consist of 7 comprehensive rounds spanning 4-6 weeks. The process progresses strategically from initial screening through technical depth, hands-on penetration testing assessment, advanced red team scenario evaluation, security architecture understanding, behavioral leadership assessment, and final hiring manager alignment. Each round evaluates distinct competency dimensions: core security knowledge and methodology, practical exploitation and tool proficiency, strategic red team thinking, defensive security understanding, leadership and communication capabilities, and organizational fit. This structure ensures candidates possess both deep technical expertise and the maturity required for senior-level responsibility.