Sr. Systems Administrator - Patch Management
Job in
Washington, District of Columbia, 20022, USA
Listed on 2026-01-24
Listing for:
Sivad Consulting
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-24
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Administrator, Network Security, IT Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Sr. Systems Administrator - Patch Management
- Washington, D.C., District of Columbia, United States
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 Big Fix deployments.
- Develop custom Python and Big Fix 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 Big Fix, 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:
- If selected, Interview with Hiring Manager and/or Technical Lead
Required Experience:
- 5+ years of Vulnerability/Patch Management experience.
- Experience with Big Fix 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 Big Fix, including Asset Discovery, Inventory, Software Distribution, Compliance, Vulnerability Management, and Patch Management.
- Experience with Azure Cloud Deployments.
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