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Cognizant Linux Administrator Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

Updated 20 Sep 2023

Cognizant Linux Administrator Interview Experiences for Experienced

3 interviews found

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How to check Kernel and OS Version, How to change file permissions, Whar are the default permissions of few files, In which file user id and password stored, Network configuration stored in which file, How...
  • Ans. 

    To check Kernel and OS Version, change file permissions, view default permissions of files, locate user id and password file, find network configuration file, and filter keywords.

    • To check Kernel and OS Version: Use 'uname -a' command

    • To change file permissions: Use 'chmod' command followed by permission code and file name

    • Default permissions of few files: For example, /etc/passwd has 644 permissions

    • User id and password s...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is LVM, Explain LVM Architecture, What is Raid, What is the booting process of RHEL, How to manage failed unmount or mount, What are the issues you have faced in working with Linux Servers, What is sp...
  • Ans. 

    LVM is Logical Volume Manager used for managing disk space, RAID is Redundant Array of Independent Disks for data protection, RHEL boot process involves BIOS, GRUB, kernel loading, and init process.

    • LVM allows for dynamic resizing of logical volumes without downtime.

    • RAID combines multiple disks for data redundancy or performance improvement.

    • RHEL boot process involves BIOS POST, GRUB bootloader, kernel loading, and init ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Clear your basics.

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jan 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is Linux administrator
  • Ans. 

    A Linux administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining Linux-based systems.

    • Installs, configures, and updates Linux operating systems and software

    • Monitors system performance and troubleshoots issues

    • Manages user accounts and permissions

    • Implements security measures to protect systems and data

    • Automates tasks using scripting languages like Bash or Python

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Linux administrator and AWS cloud

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Q4. what is DNS, what is a raid, how do you optimize disk space, what ... read more
Q5. Patching and the process of how I do patching

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Be strong with technical and present the same. You will got job

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be strong in technical and speak bold

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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Apr 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is Excel what is vlookup what is your strength and weakness

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be honest and bold

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Toefl score
  • Q2. Ielts score

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - easy to crack. good work atmosphere.

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before May 2019. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. About yr self, dream, why choose company, happy moment in your life, inspiration person, Apitutude test

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Really amazing experience, I working with Infosys last 18 month I learned different different training ,team work process knowledge and other skills I am proud be part of Infosys.

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Feb 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

No

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Check all the review and think accordingly.

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Jun 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me u self and role model
  • Q2. Im shalini from warangal, I completed my studies and I am a fresher

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interduce my self

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Jul 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. *Introduce yourself *Purpose of working in the Company *Educational Background *Family Background *Goals and Ambition

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be bold and confident about what you speak.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why do you look for a job change?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - According to me changes are necessary to everyone for enhance their skills and knowledge.

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Linux Administrator interview for experienced candidates?
Cognizant interview process for experienced candidates usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process for experienced candidates are Technical and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Cognizant Linux Administrator interview for experienced candidates?
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 Linux Administration, Linux, Redhat Linux, RHCE and Linux System Administration.
What are the top questions asked in Cognizant Linux Administrator interview for experienced candidates?

Some of the top questions asked at the Cognizant Linux Administrator interview for experienced candidates -

  1. What is LVM, Explain LVM Architecture, What is Raid, What is the booting proces...read more
  2. How to check Kernel and OS Version, How to change file permissions, Whar are th...read more
  3. What is Linux administra...read more

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