Picus Security interview questions

I applied for a Software Engineer position at Picus Security and was invited to the first stage — an HR interview. The recruiter asked standard questions about my professional background, past projects, and my motivation for seeking new opportunities. They also talked about the company’s vision, culture, and the team I might potentially join. Everything seemed fine, and I was expecting to move on to the technical interview. However, I was later informed that the process had ended because they believed I was “not a fit.” What was frustrating is that all the information we discussed — my experience, my tech stack, my current role — was already clearly stated in my CV. The HR team could have easily decided this before scheduling the interview. It felt like they didn’t value my time at all. Overall, the experience left a very negative impression. The process came across as unstructured and dismissive, and the company gave off an unnecessarily arrogant attitude. I expected more professionalism from a company that claims to be innovative and people-oriented.

The interview process at Picus was thorough, informative, and thoughtfully structured. I had the opportunity to speak with several team members across different functions, which gave me a clear understanding of the company’s culture, goals, and current needs. Each conversation was detailed and engaging, helping me see how the role would contribute to broader business objectives. Michael Fitzsimmons, the talent acquisition manager, was incredibly kind and supportive throughout the process, making the experience not only professional but genuinely welcoming. Overall, the interviews gave me great insight into Picus and made me even more excited about the opportunity to join the team.