I applied online. I interviewed at Keyrock in Mar 2026
Interview
Interviewed for the SOC Analyst I role. The process dragged on for 2.5 months (March–May) with multiple rounds: recruiter, CISO, Head of Security, CTO, plus a detailed case study and presentation that required significant time and effort.
Following the final interview, I was informed that I would receive an update within days. However, despite multiple follow-ups, communication stopped entirely. Nearly three weeks later, I received a rejection stating that the role had been placed on hold and they are not hiring.
What was particularly disappointing was that I had come across similar Glassdoor reviews referencing poor communication and prolonged interview timelines, and unfortunately, I experienced the exact same thing.
While I understand that hiring priorities can change, but asking candidates to invest this much time only to disappear is extremely unprofessional. A more transparent and timely communication process would have reflected greater professionalism and respect for candidates’ time and effort.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why do you want to work with a crypto-trading firm.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Keyrock in Feb 2026
Interview
Several rounds in quick sucession with positive momentum and then silence... almost 5 weeks of silence... followed by a fluffy "we've re-defined the role" rejection... If you're going to waste candidates time like this, at least make it quick.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Rounds of both technical and non-technical questions.
I applied through other source. I interviewed at Keyrock
Interview
Multiple rounds from HR all the way to head of desk. There are both behavioral and technical interviews. Some parts require that you are able to answer difficult questions under pressure as well as do a coding challenge.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
You are holding a large position in an illiquid market, how do you manage the risk?