I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Echelon Risk + Cyber in Feb 2025
Interview
I first submitted my CV and portfolio. Then, I was contacted via email to schedule an interview. The first interview was with HR, during which I was informed there would be three additional interviews; in the end, there was only one more interview with the manager and the marketing coordinator.
Both interviews were conducted online, each lasting around 30 minutes, and the atmosphere was very respectful and professional.
After the first interview, I was asked to complete two tests. Communication via email was prompt and attentive throughout. Overall, the process took about one to one and a half months from the time I applied until I received the final response.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The interviews focused on my previous experience and skills relevant to the role. Topics included experience in cybersecurity, B2B marketing, graphic design, and proficiency with design software. I was also asked about my portfolio projects. They also asked about my overall experience in the field and how I handle related tasks.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Echelon Risk + Cyber in Apr 2024
Interview
The first step was to conduct a skills lab challenge, which was a three day assessment in their lab environment. I spent the next three days conducting my assessment and writing a report of my findings.
After submitting the report on the third day, I received no acknowledgement of receipt. I reached out a week later, and the hiring manager confirmed receiving the report and that he would reach out with next steps. I never received an update after that point from him nor from the recruiter I was initially interacting with.
I took three days of my personal time to perform the assessment, and delivered a professional 40+ page report and was ghosted. I suspect they had no intention of hiring, and did not have the professionalism to follow up with the applicant in light of the amount of effort that was put in.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
No interview questions - straight to a skills assessment lab