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Virtusa

Andhra Pradesh Full-Time 1–2 yrs exp Posted 1 month ago · Apply by Jul 18, 2026

Job Description

Role Requirements – Cognos Architect

The Cognos Architect Will Be Responsible For

End to end installation of Cognos on DEV, UAT, and PROD environments.
Ensuring the installation follows IBM best practices, including recommended deployment topology.
Automating the installation and configuration wherever possible using scripts or deployment templates (PowerShell, Linux shell, or Ansible preferred).
Leading the migration to new Cognos servers, including environment refresh and configuration replication.
Performing performance tuning, including memory optimization, dispatcher configuration, service tuning, and cache settings.
Recommending optimal server sizing, configuration settings, and architectural improvements to ensure stability and performance.
Implementing and managing load balancing across Cognos Dispatchers/Gateways for improved session distribution and high availability.
Managing all Cognos service configuration, including security integrations, data source connections, and dispatcher/gateway settings.
Ensuring high availability and failover configurations are set up as needed.
Applying Cognos security model best practices (integration with AD/SSO where applicable).
Supporting content store configuration and optimization, including backup/restore strategy.
Producing installation documentation, runbooks, and architecture diagrams.
Coordinating with infrastructure, security, and DBA teams to ensure compliance with internal standards.
Windows IIS to expose the Cognos application for end user.