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ERP International · 6 hours ago

Sr. Systems Administrator - Patch Management

US-DC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

ERP International, LLC is currently seeking a Systems Administrator with a strong background in patch management and utilizing BigFix to support their program with the International Development Financial Corporation. The role involves troubleshooting server environments, developing scripts for patch optimization, and managing security patching and vulnerability mitigation.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot Windows and Linux server environments when patches fail during BigFix deployments

Develop custom Python and BigFix scripts to optimize the DFC patching process or remediate failed patch deployments

Perform monthly security patching working closely with CISO and Application Development teams to test and pilot system and security patches prior to deploying to production environments

Perform vulnerability mitigation activities using BigFix, Qualys, and Nessus scanning tools

Establish or update the DFC system patching and vulnerability lifecycle procedures and policy documents

Manage patches and updates/upgrades to all DFC hardware and software to eliminate exposure to vulnerabilities

Identify opportunities to create new or update existing policies and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality work

Foster excellent collaboration and working relationships with all tier teams and users/customers

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

BigFixVulnerability ManagementPatch ManagementPythonWindows ServerLinux ServerAzure CloudCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelors Degree in Computer Studies or a related field of study

5+ years of Vulnerability/Patch Management experience

Experience with BigFix Patch Management Software

Experience troubleshooting Windows, Linux, and networking environments

Experience troubleshooting failed patch deployments in windows and linux environments

Experience researching resolutions to vulnerabilities and hands-on experience with developing custom mitigation techniques

Working knowledge of information systems security standards/practices (e.g., access control and system hardening, system audit and log file monitoring, security policies, patch management, and incident handling)

Experience with multi factor authentication and authentication processes and protocols. Authentication services, as well as PKI and token/certificate based authentication, DNS, and AD structure

Demonstrated high level of communication skills, both verbal and written

Perform technical threat/risk and vulnerability assessments and manage vulnerabilities throughout their lifecycle

Experience with BigFix, including Asset Discovery, Inventory, Software Distribution, Compliance, Vulnerability Management, and Patch Management

Experience with Azure Cloud Deployments