Patch Management Engineer

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