Bigfix Patch engineer - Syntricate Technologies Inc
Atlanta, GA
About the Job
Position: Bigfix Patch engineer
Location: Atlanta, GA (Onsite)
Duration: C2C Contract
Job Description:
" 5+ years of experience in IT patch management, with a specific focus on using IBM BigFix.
" Knowledge of Qualys or Nessus Agent or similar vulnerability management tool.
" Analysis of CVE score and prioritize the Patches to be applied.
" Experience and knowledge in creating Tasks, Actions , fixlets and baselines in Bigfix for Patch management.
" Experience and extensive knowledge of use of relevance language
" Work experience with Powershell , Bash or VB scripting.
" Use of Power BI dashboards to monitor and report on the Patches.
" Extensive experience with Windows and Linux operating systems, including patching and system administration.
" Strong knowledge of IT security principles, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
" Proficiency with IBM BigFix, including deployment, management, automation, and reporting.
" Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
" Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and independently.
" Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
" IBM Certified Deployment Professional - BigFix certification is a must
Responsibilities
" Planning and Scheduling: Develop detailed patch management plans and schedules using IBM BigFix, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
" Deployment: Execute the deployment of patches to servers, workstations, and other IT infrastructure components, ensuring all systems are up-to-date and secure.
" Policy Development: Create and maintain comprehensive patch management policies and procedures tailored to BigFix environments.
" Patch Baselines: Establish and manage patch baselines and compliance policies within BigFix, ensuring consistency and reliability.
" Compliance Monitoring: Use BigFix and PowerBI dashboards and tools to continuously monitor systems for patch compliance and identify security vulnerabilities.
" Reporting: Generate and distribute detailed reports on patch status, compliance levels, and any arising issues, providing insights to management and stakeholders.
" Documentation: Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all patching activities, compliance metrics, and system statuses.
" Testing and Validation: Staging Environment: Test patches in a controlled staging environment to evaluate their impact on system performance and compatibility with existing applications.
" Validation Coordination: Work closely with application and system owners to validate patches in production environments, ensuring they meet operational standards.
" Rollback Procedures: Develop and implement rollback procedures to revert patches if necessary, ensuring business continuity and minimizing downtime.
" Incident Response: Promptly investigate and resolve patch-related incidents and issues, coordinating with relevant IT teams as needed.
" Vulnerability Management: Collaborate with security and operations teams to address vulnerabilities identified through BigFix, implementing appropriate remediation measures.
" Incident Reviews: Participate in post-incident reviews, providing insights and recommendations to prevent future occurrences.
" Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with other IT teams, including security, network, and application teams, to coordinate patching activities and resolve dependencies.
" Stakeholder Communication: Communicate patching schedules, potential impacts, and status updates to relevant stakeholders, ensuring transparency and effective Planning.
" Training and Guidance: Provide guidance and training to other IT staff on patch management best practices and the effective use of BigFix.
" Continuous improvement: Keep up-to-date with the latest security threats, patch management technologies, and updates to IBM BigFix.
" Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to the patch management process, leveraging automation and other best practices.
" Audit Participation: Participate in internal and external audits and reviews related to patch management, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
" Digital : Google Data Engineering.
Location: Atlanta, GA (Onsite)
Duration: C2C Contract
Job Description:
" 5+ years of experience in IT patch management, with a specific focus on using IBM BigFix.
" Knowledge of Qualys or Nessus Agent or similar vulnerability management tool.
" Analysis of CVE score and prioritize the Patches to be applied.
" Experience and knowledge in creating Tasks, Actions , fixlets and baselines in Bigfix for Patch management.
" Experience and extensive knowledge of use of relevance language
" Work experience with Powershell , Bash or VB scripting.
" Use of Power BI dashboards to monitor and report on the Patches.
" Extensive experience with Windows and Linux operating systems, including patching and system administration.
" Strong knowledge of IT security principles, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
" Proficiency with IBM BigFix, including deployment, management, automation, and reporting.
" Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
" Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and independently.
" Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
" IBM Certified Deployment Professional - BigFix certification is a must
Responsibilities
" Planning and Scheduling: Develop detailed patch management plans and schedules using IBM BigFix, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
" Deployment: Execute the deployment of patches to servers, workstations, and other IT infrastructure components, ensuring all systems are up-to-date and secure.
" Policy Development: Create and maintain comprehensive patch management policies and procedures tailored to BigFix environments.
" Patch Baselines: Establish and manage patch baselines and compliance policies within BigFix, ensuring consistency and reliability.
" Compliance Monitoring: Use BigFix and PowerBI dashboards and tools to continuously monitor systems for patch compliance and identify security vulnerabilities.
" Reporting: Generate and distribute detailed reports on patch status, compliance levels, and any arising issues, providing insights to management and stakeholders.
" Documentation: Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all patching activities, compliance metrics, and system statuses.
" Testing and Validation: Staging Environment: Test patches in a controlled staging environment to evaluate their impact on system performance and compatibility with existing applications.
" Validation Coordination: Work closely with application and system owners to validate patches in production environments, ensuring they meet operational standards.
" Rollback Procedures: Develop and implement rollback procedures to revert patches if necessary, ensuring business continuity and minimizing downtime.
" Incident Response: Promptly investigate and resolve patch-related incidents and issues, coordinating with relevant IT teams as needed.
" Vulnerability Management: Collaborate with security and operations teams to address vulnerabilities identified through BigFix, implementing appropriate remediation measures.
" Incident Reviews: Participate in post-incident reviews, providing insights and recommendations to prevent future occurrences.
" Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with other IT teams, including security, network, and application teams, to coordinate patching activities and resolve dependencies.
" Stakeholder Communication: Communicate patching schedules, potential impacts, and status updates to relevant stakeholders, ensuring transparency and effective Planning.
" Training and Guidance: Provide guidance and training to other IT staff on patch management best practices and the effective use of BigFix.
" Continuous improvement: Keep up-to-date with the latest security threats, patch management technologies, and updates to IBM BigFix.
" Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to the patch management process, leveraging automation and other best practices.
" Audit Participation: Participate in internal and external audits and reviews related to patch management, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
" Digital : Google Data Engineering.
Source : Syntricate Technologies Inc