Systems Analyst (Cognos) - SA 25-30404

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
No Travel Required

Skills

SSL
Servers
Microsoft Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Server
Reporting
IBM Cognos Analytics
Active Directory
IBM Cognos Framework Manager
Migration
SAML
Analytics
Authentication
Documentation
Evaluation
FOCUS
Management

Job Details

Job Title: Systems Analyst (Cognos)
Location: Remote
Duration: 2 Months (Tentative)
Weekly Hours: Approx. 20 hours

Position Overview

A leading organization is seeking a Systems Analyst with expertise in Cognos Analytics to support the installation, configuration, and migration of Cognos environments. The role will focus on upgrading the platform, migrating content, and ensuring post-upgrade stability.

This is a part-time, remote engagement and is ideal for a consultant with strong experience in Cognos Analytics administration and migration projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install and configure Cognos Analytics environments on new servers, including upgrades from version 11.1 to 12.0 or later.

  • Configure Cognos servers post-installation, including:

    • Migrating framework models, reporting packages, reports, and users across all environments.

    • Setting up SSL and SAML.

    • Completing all setups required for Cognos Framework Manager installation.

  • Identify and document all tasks necessary to perform installation, configuration, and migration work.

  • Provide installation and configuration process documentation for future reference.

  • Provide post-upgrade support during the initial system patching period to ensure stability and functionality.

Required Skills & Expertise

  • Demonstrated expertise in Cognos Analytics management.

  • Hands-on experience with Cognos Analytics installation and configuration.

  • Experience with migrating Cognos environments, including framework models, reporting packages, reports, and users.

  • Experience converting from Active Directory to SAML for Cognos authentication.

  • Experience setting up and implementing SSL for Cognos environments.

  • Proficiency with Cognos Analytics on Windows Server environments.

  • Strong ability to provide process documentation and post-upgrade support.

Required Experience

  • Demonstrated background in Cognos Analytics installation, configuration, and environment migration.

  • Relevant experience duration to be provided by the supplier per evaluation criteria submission.

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