Networking Patch Management Specialist
3 days ago
Harrogate
• Own end-to-end patch management for network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, F5 load balancers, VPN gateways, Cisco ISE nodes, and related appliances., • Prioritize Vulnerability Remediation, • Collaborate with cybersecurity and Service Assurance teams to identify, assess, and prioritize critical and high-risk vulnerabilities across the network environment., • Review Security Advisories and Vendor Updates, • Analyze vendor advisories, security bulletins, and vulnerability notifications to determine patch relevance, priority, dependencies, and potential impact., • Plan and Coordinate Patch Deployments, • Schedule patching activities with network operations, security, infrastructure, and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment with enterprise maintenance windows., • Assess Implementation Risks and Compatibility, • Validate patch compatibility, technical dependencies, implementation risks, and rollback requirements before approving deployment activities., • Coordinate Testing and Patch Execution, • Organize patch testing in lab, staging, or controlled production environments and execute or support deployments during approved maintenance windows., • Monitor Network Stability and Compliance, • Monitor post-patch performance and service stability, coordinate rollback actions when necessary, and track compliance across network assets., • Maintain Governance and Audit Documentation, • Maintain patch records, remediation trackers, exception logs, and compliance reports while supporting audits and improving patch management standards and procedures., • Education and Technical Background, • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience., • Enterprise Network Operations Experience, • Proven experience in network operations, infrastructure support, or patch management within enterprise environments., • Network Infrastructure Knowledge, • Strong understanding of enterprise network devices and platforms, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN gateways, and related appliances., • Vulnerability and Patch Management, • Experience with vulnerability management, patch governance, remediation prioritization, and security processes across enterprise network infrastructure., • Change and Incident Management, • Knowledge of change management, incident response, maintenance planning, and ITIL-based operational processes., • Risk Assessment and Deployment Planning, • Familiarity with technical risk assessments, patch dependencies, implementation planning, maintenance windows, and rollback procedures., • Technical Analysis and Documentation, • Ability to analyze vendor documentation, technical advisories, and patch dependencies, supported by strong reporting and documentation skills., • Stakeholder Coordination and Communication, • Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across network operations, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and business teams., • B2B Contract, • Employment based on a B2B contract, • Stable and Dynamic International Firm, • Opportunity to work in a stable, dynamically developing international company, • Engaging Projects and Latest IT, • Chance to participate in interesting projects and work with the latest information technologies, • Competitive Rates, • Attractive remuneration rates offeres, • Renowned International Projects, • Involvement in the most prestigious international project, • MultiSport and Private Medical Care, • MultiSport and Private Medical Care, • Experience with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, F5, or other enterprise network and security platforms., • Vulnerability and Patch Management Tools, • Familiarity with Tenable, Qualys, Rapid7, ServiceNow, SCCM, Ansible, or equivalent operational tools., • Relevant Industry Certifications, • Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Security+, ITIL, or vendor-specific network and security qualifications., • Network Security and Patch Governance, • Experience with network patch lifecycle management, vulnerability remediation prioritization, and operational governance., • Continuous Improvement and Reporting, • Experience improving patch management processes, coordinating releases, and maintaining audit-ready operational reporting. Work with us #J-18808-Ljbffr