Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at SEC as 100% positive with a difficulty rating score of 3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for DERA and rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for DERA and roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at SEC takes an average of 14 days when considering 1 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for DERA had the quickest hiring process (on average 14 days), whereas DERA roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 14 days).
Took about two weeks to hear from them after applying online through USAJOBS. Assistant contacted me via email to schedule. Everyone on the panel was very nice and welcoming. The interview was conducted over video call.
Resumes are reviewed and picked by certain staff specific to the group you are applying to. At least 3 rounds of interviews, depending on the group. Questions at the initial round follow a standardized, pre-defined structure designed to ensure consistency, fairness, and effectiveness in evaluating candidates across different interviews.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Be specific with examples. Your background should match the subject matter expertise being sought.
The interviewers were very friendly. They wanted to know my motivations for federal/public work. They were very passionate about their job. Also gave me opportunities to talk about my personal interests.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell us your motivation for working in the federal government.