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Author:  NYIntensity [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:31 am ]
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I've got a phone interview for a position I really would kill to have. Can you guys hit me up with example interview questions (I've been interviewed before, and can remember some, but not all of the questions I've been asked). I want to prep some answers if at all possible. If it matters, the position description is below:

Essential Job Functions
Delivers technological requirements such as server, desktop, local service, Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, data centers, mainframes, small server configuration, and backup services for small technology engagements, to meet business needs.
Provides technical expertise and guidance; participates in design reviews; validates technology approach and associated work products on small projects to ensure adherence to company guidelines.
Captures technical requirements and defines technology solutions; creates the conceptual, logical and physical design of the solution to ensure appropriate technology is acquired and implemented.
Works with team members, on-site consultants, partners, companies, third parties, and clients to define, develop and deploy technology solutions on small projects or engagements.
Assists client in defining strategic technology direction for solution. Provides input in selecting business application packages and vendors.
Evaluates technologies and determines strengths and weaknesses of technology architecture, implementation and suitability; recommends solutions to ensure consistency with the company vision.
Works on project life cycle from requirements through design, implementation, and support to ensure implementation of appropriate technology in every stage.
Researches technological advancements to ensure that information systems are continuously improved and aligned with industry and company standards; designs and provides updates to standards to enhance company solutions.
Qualifications


Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, or related field preferred
Seven or more years of technical consulting or computer science experience
Experience working with technology industry and architecture
Experience working with technical products, vendors, and families of technology
Experience working with mainframes, scheduling software, and other related technologies
Experience working with project management methodology such as Catalyst including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, project management software and finance and accounting knowledge

Other Qualifications
Customer facing, Pre-Sales architecture experience
3+ years HP/Sun/IBM Server Hardware and Architecture knowledge
3+ years Windows/Linux/Solaris Admin skills
3+ years SAN Technologies Hardware and Architecture knowledge
5+ years Web Network and Security architecture knowledge
US Citizenship required

Good personal computer and business solutions software skills
Good communication skills to communicate with clients, support personnel, and management
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Good interpersonal skills to communicate with clients and management
Ability to work in a team environment
Willingness to travel

Author:  Displaced Fan [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:33 am ]
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"How sensitive is your gag reflex?"

Um, seriously I'm no help. Sorry.

Author:  NYIntensity [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:50 am ]
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Displaced Fan wrote:
"How sensitive is your gag reflex?"

Um, seriously I'm no help. Sorry.


I actually gag pretty easy. Damn shame, too. I've got a pretty face.

Author:  SABRESAllTheWay [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:56 am ]
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Always have a question or two to ask them prepared. Do your research about their company, all companies love people who know something about them beforehand. The goal is to sell yourself to them, the key is proving to them that you want to work for them, and you're not just looking for something to keep you above the poverty line.

Author:  Displaced Fan [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:56 am ]
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Oh man, you'll never get into upper managment.

Author:  SABRESAllTheWay [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 11:59 am ]
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NYIntensity. Can you tell me the name of the company. I have a hunch you may be taking the job of someone I know who just left his because he got a job offer for more money. Has the same job description :)

Author:  NYIntensity [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 12:06 pm ]
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Sent via PM.

The company's pretty big, and I've got a friend that works for them who's never had anything but good things to say about 'em.

Author:  YankeeInRaleigh [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 1:06 pm ]
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SABRESAllTheWay wrote:
Always have a question or two to ask them prepared. Do your research about their company, all companies love people who know something about them beforehand. The goal is to sell yourself to them, the key is proving to them that you want to work for them, and you're not just looking for something to keep you above the poverty line.



Agreed, really think of some good questions to ask them, especially about their future product line (or whatever it is they do) to show you really know who they are and what they do. PLUS, if your interviewer is the type to ramble on a bit, if they answer your questions they might keep talking and give you more info about what exactly it is they're looking for, which could help you answer subsequent questions more...favorably.

Good luck dude! I see good things in the future, the sabres getting out of this losing streak, and you not being an unemployed bum!

Author:  NYIntensity [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 1:08 pm ]
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lol, I'm not unemployed ;) This is just a good opportunity to move on up.

Author:  SABRESAllTheWay [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 1:11 pm ]
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Just talked to my friend, he didn't work for where you're applying. Too many companies here in DC have three letter acronyms and it got confusing.. lol.

Author:  NYIntensity [ Wed Oct 20, 2010 1:14 pm ]
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lol, I didn't think so. They do a lot of contracting with the Gov't, but from what I can tell, the majority of it is down south.

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