Patch Management Specialist, Mid
ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Compan - Albany, NY
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The Patch Management Specialist, Mid manages coordinated patching of operating systems, applications, and infrastructure components to maintain security, stability, and compliance for missionu2011critical enterprise environments. The role plans and schedules patch cycles, evaluates patch criticality, and designs deployment approaches that minimize business disruption while meeting policy and regulatory requirements. The specialist oversees testing, phased rollout, and validation of patches across server and endpoint fleets and partners with security and operations teams to align remediation priorities. Key Responsibilities + Lead assessment, testing, and deployment of OS and application patches across enterprise endpoints using centralized tools such as WSUS, SCCM, or comparable platforms. + Design and maintain patching schedules, phased rollout plans, and maintenance windows that minimize business impact while satisfying security and compliance requirements. + Perform advanced troubleshooting and remediation for failed or problematic patches, coordinating with system administrators and application owners on workarounds and permanent fixes. + Implement and tune automated patch management workflows, including device targeting, deployment rules, and deadlines to improve consistency and coverage. + Monitor vulnerability feeds, patch advisories, and compliance dashboards to prioritize patch deployment based on risk, impact, and defined serviceu2011level expectations. + Document patch management procedures, baselines, exception handling, and reporting methods to support audits, assessments, and continuous improvement. + Collaborate closely with vulnerability management and security operations teams to align patch deployment with identified threats, zerou2011day vulnerabilities, and regulatory obligations. Required Qualifications + Bacheloru2019s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. + Typically 4u20136 years of experience in patch management, systems administration, or related infrastructure security roles in medium to large enterprises. + Strong understanding of patch management principles and experience with tools such as Microsoft WSUS and SCCM. + Proven problemu2011solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. + Experience in assessments, audits, and implementing automated patch management solutions, including maintaining schedules and ensuring timely deployment. + Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required. Preferred Qualifications + Familiarity with the specific federal program IT environment. + Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CPMP, or similar security/IT certifications. Compensation Ranges Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees. EEO Requirements It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies. All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment. Physical Requirements The physical requirements described in
Created: 2026-04-09