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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Patch Velocity & Software Lifecycle Lead - **Company:** Sanofi Groupe - **Location:** Gentilly, France (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Layers, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, IT Management, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Engineering, Software Vulnerability Management, EndPointSecurity, Cloud Platform System, Microsoft InTune, Patch Management, Network Server - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://fr.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b7b93bd98ca17e80 ## About the Role * Proven experience in cybersecurity, vulnerability management, or infrastructure security * Track record in driving cross-functional transformation or remediation programs * Strong understanding of: + Patch management processes and tools + Software lifecycle and obsolescence risks + Enterprise IT environments (endpoints, servers, applications) Technical skills: * Experience with Windows and Linux environments, and patch management tools (Intune, SCCM, Microsoft Azure Arc, Red Hat Satellite, etc.) * Experience with cloud environments (Azure and AWS) * Experience with vulnerability management, Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), and SOAR tools * Proficiency in Python and PowerShell scripting * Advanced use of AI technologies for improving operations Soft skills: * Strong result orientation with focus on measurable risk reduction * Ability to drive performance and accountability across teams * Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills * Data-driven mindset with experience defining and tracking KPIs * Structured, pragmatic, and execution-focused Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Security, IT, or related field ## Description Drive Patch Velocity & Remediation Performance * Accelerate patch deployment across servers, middleware, endpoints, and application layers * Reduce Mean Time To Patch (MTTP) and vulnerability backlog * Ensure adherence to remediation SLAs, especially for critical and high-risk vulnerabilities * Identify and remove bottlenecks impacting remediation speed Enforce Software Lifecycle & Obsolescence Management * Define and drive software lifecycle standards (EOL/EOS management) * Ensure continuous upgrade and modernization of software components * Reduce risks related to obsolete and unsupported technologies Strengthen Software Governance & Catalog Control * Enforce compliance with the Digital-approved software catalog * Implement mechanisms to detect and remove unauthorized software * Reduce exposure linked to shadow IT and unmanaged software components Ensure Security Compliance by Design * Guarantee that systems are secure and compliant at delivery (golden images, baselines) * Maintain compliance throughout the asset lifecycle * Embed patching and lifecycle requirements into operational processes Define Policies, Standards & Operating Model * Formalize patch management and software lifecycle policies * Define clear roles, responsibilities, and governance frameworks * Ensure alignment between Security, IT, and Business stakeholders Drive Transversal Execution * Engage and align cross-functional teams: + Infrastructure & Cloud + Digital Workplace + Application Owners + CyberSecurity & Risk and Compliance * Activate the right organizational and technical levers to meet objectives Measure Performance & Drive Continuous Improvement * Define and monitor key KPIs: + Mean Time To Patch (MTTP) + SLA compliance for vulnerability remediation + Patch and lifecycle compliance rates + Unauthorized software rate * Track Progress and ensure sustainable improvement (non-regression) * Provide clear reporting and executive visibility ## Related Videos - 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