Carter Bank · 15 hours ago
Patch Management Analyst
320 College Dr, Martinsville, VA 24112, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelCarter Bank is seeking a Patch Management Analyst who will be responsible for coordinating, deploying, validating, and documenting patches across the organization’s IT environment. The role focuses on supporting cybersecurity risk reduction and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and industry standards.
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Responsibilities
Plan, schedule, and execute patching for servers, workstations, network devices, and cloud-based systems in accordance with defined maintenance windows
Monitor vendor security advisories, vulnerability feeds, and threat intelligence sources to identify applicable patches and remediation actions
Evaluate, test, and validate patches in development or staging environments prior to production deployment
Coordinate patch deployment activities with infrastructure, application, and business stakeholders to minimize operational impact
Track, document, and report patch compliance metrics, exceptions, and remediation timelines
Investigate patch failures, troubleshoot deployment issues, and recommend corrective actions
Maintain patch management policies, procedures, and documentation in alignment with internal controls and audit requirements
Support internal and external audits by providing evidence of patching activities and compliance status
Assist in incident response activities related to unpatched or exploited vulnerabilities
Continuously improve patch management processes through automation, standardization, and best-practice alignment
Participate in cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability management initiatives
Assist with endpoint configuration management and system hardening efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field required, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Prior experience in patch management, systems administration, or IT security operations
Advanced analytical skills
Advanced problem-solving skills
Intermediate knowledge of Windows, Linux, and common enterprise applications
Intermediate proficiency with patch management and endpoint tools (ManageEngine Endpoint Central preferred)
Intermediate understanding of vulnerability management concepts and common frameworks (e.g., CVE, CVSS)
Intermediate technical documentation skills
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
Intermediate understanding of regulated environments (e.g., financial services, healthcare, or government)
Intermediate knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, CIS Controls, or ISO 27001
Intermediate proficiency with scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
Intermediate time management skills
Intermediate priority management
Intermediate collaboration skills
Standing, walking, bending and stooping required
Must be able to sit at a desk for long periods of time and use a computer
Must be able to occasionally move or lift up to 10 pounds
May be asked to work supplemental hours periodically
Limited travel required occasionally during and after business hours
Preferred
Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Microsoft, CISSP, or vendor-specific certifications)
Company
Carter Bank
Carter Bank is a community bank that offers loans, credit cards, personal, and business banking services.
Founded in 1974
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rich Spiker
Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Lending Officer
Tony Kallsen
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Credit Officer
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