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BAE Systems, Inc. · 1 hour ago

Principal Patch Management Server Administrator

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$105K/yr - $179K/yr

10+ years exp

BAE Systems, Inc. is an international defense, aerospace and security company that delivers innovative IT solutions. As a Principal Patch Management Server Administrator, you will manage and monitor the patch level of servers and networks, implement patches to mitigate vulnerabilities, and collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and operational security.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Proactively manage and monitor the patch level of physical and virtual servers and networks to ensure proper operation

Recommending and implementing patches and updates to mitigate vulnerabilities and maintain compliance

Managing patch levels

Recommending and deploying patches

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess patch impacts and schedule deployments

Generating reports on patch status, coverage rates, and remediation timelines

Contributing to knowledge bases on best practices for proactive patch management in hybrid environments

Qualification

Patch managementServer administrationNIST 800-53ITIL practicesMicrosoft SCCMVMware vSphereAnalytical skillsResourcefulnessPowerShellPythonNessusMCSA certificationVCP certificationCompTIA Security+Problem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsCreativity

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

10+ years of experience in patch management and server administration, with hands-on expertise proactively monitoring and updating physical/virtual servers and networks in government or large enterprise settings

Proven track record recommending and implementing patches to ensure operational security and compliance

Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)

Strong knowledge of federal IT standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA) and ITIL practices for service operations and change management

Proficiency in patch management tools (e.g., Microsoft SCCM, Red Hat Satellite) and virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware vSphere)

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills for high-stakes vulnerability remediation

Exhibits an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness