System Specialist - L7

Interra Information Technologies

Website: interrait.com
Job details:
Vulnerability Management – Patch Deployment Administrator

Role Summary

The Vulnerability Management – Patch Deployment Administrator is responsible for deploying, validating, and maintaining security patches and configuration updates across enterprise systems to remediate identified vulnerabilities. This role works closely with Vulnerability Management, Infrastructure, Cloud, and Application teams to ensure timely, reliable, and compliant patching while minimizing business disruption.

Key Responsibilities – Patch Deployment & Remediation

• Deploy security patches for Windows and Linux servers, endpoints, and infrastructure devices.
• Execute patch deployments using enterprise patching and automation tools.
• Apply emergency (out-of-band) patches for critical and actively exploited vulnerabilities.
• Perform post-deployment validation to confirm successful remediation.
  
  

Vulnerability Remediation Support

• Consume vulnerability scan results and create remediation tickets.
• Map vulnerabilities to applicable patches, configuration changes, or compensating controls.
• Coordinate with Vulnerability Management teams to confirm vulnerability closure.
  
  

Testing, Change & Stability

• Test patches in non-production environments prior to deployment.
• Follow change management and maintenance window processes.
• Develop and Perform rollback procedures when required to restore system stability.
• Document patch exceptions and risk acceptances.
  
  

Scheduling & Operational Execution

• Manage patch schedules and deployment waves across environments on Windows and Linux System
• Ensure patching aligns with defined SLAs and business availability requirements.
• Coordinate downtime notifications with system owners.
  
  

Reporting & Compliance

• Track patch deployment status, failures, and success rates.
• Maintain documentation for patched and unpatched systems.
• Create and maintain vulnerability management reports
• Support audits and compliance by providing patch evidence and reports.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in patch management, system administration, or IT operations.
• Hands-on experience deploying patches in enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server and Linux operating systems.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management workflows.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SCCM/MECM, Intune or automation tools.
• Experience with Rapid7 or similar patching solutions.
• Understanding of NIST, CIS, or ISO 27001 frameworks.
• Relevant technical or security certifications.
  
  

What Success Looks Like

• High patch deployment success rates with minimal operational impact.
• Consistent achievement of patching SLAs.
• Reduced backlog of exploitable vulnerabilities.
• Strong audit readiness and documentation.

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