Sr. Systems Administrator - Patch Management

Job Description

Job Description

Sr. Systems Administrator - Patch Management

Washington, DC

• Salary Range - $95K- $130K - Based on Experience

Responsibilities:

Job Specific Details and Tasks:

• 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 before 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.

Qualifications:

Required Education:

• Bachelors degree in computer studies or a related field of study

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a DFC/EOD Clearance.

Standard Interview & Selection Process:

• Recruiter Pre-Screen
• If selected, Interview with Hiring Manager and/or Technical Lead

Required Experience:

• 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 a 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.