Cognizant Major Incident Manager Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Q1. What incident, incident lifecycle, etc
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The incident lifecycle refers to the stages an incident goes through from detection to resolution.
• The incident lifecycle typically includes stages such as detection, identification, logging, categorization, prioritization, diagnosis, resolution, and closure.

• Each stage in the incident lifecycle involves specific actions and processes to effectively manage and resolve the incident.

• For example, in the detection stage, mon...read more
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Q2. What is incident
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An incident is an unplanned event that disrupts normal operations and requires immediate attention to resolve.
• An incident can be a technical issue, such as a server outage or network failure

• An incident can also be a security breach or data breach

• Incidents can vary in severity and impact on business operations

• Examples: system crashes, cyber attacks, power outages
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Q3. Major Incident Management process
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Major Incident Management process involves identifying, prioritizing, and resolving major incidents to minimize impact on business operations.
• Identification of major incidents through monitoring systems and user reports

• Prioritization based on impact and urgency to minimize business impact

• Coordination of cross-functional teams to resolve incidents quickly and effectively

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Q4. Major Incident communication process
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Major Incident communication process involves timely and accurate dissemination of information to stakeholders.
• Establish a communication plan outlining roles and responsibilities during a major incident

• Utilize multiple communication channels such as email, phone, and messaging apps to reach stakeholders

• Provide regular updates on the incident status, progress, and resolution

• Ensure clear and concise messaging to avoid co...read more
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Q1. About pervious project and overall incident, maijor incident, change and problem management lifecycle and its differences.
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Q1. Infrastructure based questions
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Q2. More into cloud transformation
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Easy aptitude test and usually they aren't that strict

There was a topic given and you would have to speak for 2 mins

Q1. Technical analyst would be grilling you here so make sure you are prepared
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Q1. Usually HR is cool and normal negotiation will take place
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