We are seeking an experienced Patch Management Engineer with 4 to 5 years of expertise in planning, deploying, and managing software patches and updates across enterprise IT environments. The candidate will ensure systems are up-to-date, secure, and compliant by coordinating patching activities and collaborating with IT teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, schedule, and deploy patches and updates for operating systems, applications, and infrastructure components
- Manage patching tools and solutions such as Microsoft SCCM, WSUS, Ivanti, SolarWinds, or similar
- Monitor patch compliance and generate reports to ensure timely application of patches
- Collaborate with system administrators, network teams, and security teams to coordinate patch deployment and minimize downtime
- Test patches in staging environments to ensure compatibility and stability before production deployment
- Troubleshoot and resolve patching issues and failures
- Maintain documentation of patch management processes, schedules, and policies
- Ensure patching aligns with security policies and regulatory compliance requirements
- Automate patch management workflows and reporting using scripting and automation tools
- Stay updated on latest vulnerabilities, patches, and vendor releases
Required Skills:
- 4 to 5 years of hands-on experience in patch management within enterprise environments
- Proficiency with patch management tools such as SCCM, WSUS, Ivanti, SolarWinds Patch Manager, or others
- Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix) patching processes
- Experience with software deployment and configuration management
- Ability to troubleshoot patch-related issues and conflicts
- Familiarity with security vulnerabilities and patch prioritization
- Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation purposes
- Good documentation and reporting skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate, ITIL, CompTIA Security+
- Experience with cloud patch management (Azure Update Management, AWS Systems Manager)
- Knowledge of vulnerability management and integration with patching processes
- Understanding of compliance standards (PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR) related to patch management
- Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines for automated patching
Soft Skills:
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
- Adaptable to fast-changing environments and priorities
