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Updated 29 Mar 2023

Cognizant Infrastructure Architect Interview Experiences

4 interviews found

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Apr 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions were asked around the existing profile i.e. data security. Multiple ques of different technologies or products supporting data security were put forward.
  • Ans. Ques were asked around multiple technologies that falls under data security that include tokenization, dlp data masking, eDiscovery etc. Also, questions were there from the product point of view as well.
  • Answered Anonymously
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Its was purely technical again and mutiple areas around data security were touched upon.

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  • Governance
  • Data access governance
  • Dlp
  • Data masking
  • Identity Management
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Google Cloud , deployment , security , presales
  • Q2. Integration , API , GAM , Migration tool
  • Q3. Email security , email compliance , risk assessment

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Ensure to write the CV which u have an exposure of

Infrastructure Architect Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies

asked in Cognizant
Q1. How do you plan your disaster recovery strategies?

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Questions asked were mostly based on job experience, key roles and responsibilities.
  • Q2. Entire interview proccess and offer rollout would take 30 to 45days so wait and don't lose hope

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Apr 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. How do you plan your disaster recovery strategies?
  • Ans. 

    Disaster recovery strategies are planned by identifying critical systems, creating backup plans, and testing the plan regularly.

    • Identify critical systems and prioritize them based on their importance

    • Create backup plans for each critical system, including data backup and restoration plans

    • Test the disaster recovery plan regularly to ensure it is effective and up-to-date

    • Consider the potential risks and threats that could ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and honest…. No one knows everything
Remember
“You can’t fix it until you define it”

Skills evaluated in this interview

Cognizant interview questions for designations

 Infrastructure Specialist

 (3)

 Infrastructure Analyst

 (1)

 Principal Infrastructure Engineer

 (2)

 IT Infrastructure Specialist

 (1)

 IT Infrastructure Engineer

 (1)

 Infrastructure Engineer

 (2)

 Technology Architect

 (4)

 Solution Architect

 (2)

Interview questions from similar companies

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Logical reasoning, basic maths, English grammar

Round 2 - communication round 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. In that, they will check your proficiency in English
  • Q2. How you can recall sentences and how you answer and all
  • Ans. 

    I use techniques like visualization, repetition, and association to recall sentences effectively.

    • Practice visualization by creating mental images of the sentences

    • Repetition helps reinforce memory of the sentences

    • Association with familiar concepts or personal experiences aids in recall

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated Infrastructure Engineer with a strong background in network design and implementation.

    • Experienced in designing and implementing network infrastructure

    • Skilled in troubleshooting network issues and optimizing performance

    • Proficient in working with various networking technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto

    • Certified in relevant networking certifications such as CCNA or JNCIA

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Where are you looking at yourself after 5 years
  • Ans. 

    In 5 years, I see myself as a senior Infrastructure Engineer leading a team of professionals, implementing cutting-edge technologies, and contributing to the growth of the organization.

    • Leading a team of infrastructure engineers

    • Implementing advanced technologies like cloud computing and automation

    • Contributing to the growth and success of the organization

    • Continuing professional development through certifications and trai...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Tell me about Accenture
  • Ans. 

    Accenture is a global professional services company providing solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations.

    • Global professional services company

    • Offers solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations

    • Known for its diverse range of services and industry expertise

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. In your career have you ever played a role of leadership
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have played a role of leadership in my career.

    • Led a team of engineers on a major infrastructure project

    • Managed and coordinated tasks to ensure project deadlines were met

    • Provided guidance and support to team members to enhance their skills and performance

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Have you faced any challenges in your career and how have you dealt with it
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have faced challenges in my career and have successfully overcome them.

    • One challenge I faced was managing a major system outage during a critical project deadline. I quickly identified the root cause, coordinated with cross-functional teams, and implemented a temporary workaround to minimize downtime.

    • Another challenge was adapting to new technologies and processes. I proactively sought training and mentorship to...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions regarding previous projects
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions regarding terraform
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Regarding c language
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Windows server questions
  • Q2. Active directory roles
  • Q3. How to connect your server without any one physical?
  • Ans. 

    Use remote access tools like SSH or RDP to connect to the server without physical access.

    • Use SSH (Secure Shell) for connecting to Linux servers remotely.

    • Use RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol) for connecting to Windows servers remotely.

    • Set up VPN (Virtual Private Network) for secure remote access.

    • Utilize tools like TeamViewer or AnyDesk for remote desktop access.

    • Ensure proper security measures like strong passwords and two-f

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Experience in current roles and responsibilities
  • Q2. How to handle critical issues in current environment
  • Ans. 

    Handle critical issues by prioritizing, troubleshooting, communicating, and documenting.

    • Prioritize critical issues based on impact and urgency

    • Troubleshoot systematically to identify root cause

    • Communicate effectively with stakeholders and team members

    • Document the issue, resolution, and steps taken for future reference

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

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Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is OOPS and it's pillar ?
  • Ans. 

    OOPS stands for Object-Oriented Programming System. Its pillars are Inheritance, Encapsulation, Abstraction, and Polymorphism.

    • Inheritance allows a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class.

    • Encapsulation restricts access to certain components within a class, protecting the data.

    • Abstraction hides the complex implementation details and only shows the necessary features to the outside world.

    • Polymorphism a...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Assignment 

Online assesment first HR person call, then the online versant test and online assesment. Then call for an interview.

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Infrastructure Architect interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are Resume Shortlist, Technical and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Cognizant Infrastructure Architect interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Cognizant. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Cognizant expect are Infrastructure Architect, Due Diligence, Project Planning, Technical Architecture and SOAP.
What are the top questions asked in Cognizant Infrastructure Architect interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Cognizant Infrastructure Architect interview -

  1. How do you plan your disaster recovery strategi...read more
  2. Questions were asked around the existing profile i.e. data security. Multiple q...read more
  3. Its was purely technical again and mutiple areas around data security were touc...read more

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