Application Infrastructure Patch Management Analyst

CYNET SYSTEMS INC.

Cary, NC, United States

6 days ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Experience required

5 years minimum

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.dice.com

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Microsoft Windows Apache Tomcat Server Applications Oracle WebLogic Server Configuration Management Databases Databases Linux Middleware IBM Websphere Application Server Internet Information Services (IIS) Java Platform Standard Edition (J2SE)

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Job description

Execute patching activities for middleware and application platforms (Apache Tomcat, JBoss/WildFly, WebLogic, IIS, WebSphere) as per approved change records.
Perform pre-patch checks: service health, backup verification, log baseline, and dependency mapping.
Apply patches/updates following vendor-provided runbooks and team SOPs; capture execution logs.
Validate application functionality post-patching through smoke tests and log review.
Co-ordinate with application owners to schedule patching within agreed maintenance windows.
Track patch status and update ITSM tickets accurately; maintain patch records in CMDB.
Monitor vendor security bulletins and flag relevant advisories to L2.
Escalate application failures, patch compatibility issues, or service degradation to L2.
Assist in generating application patch compliance reports.

Nice to Have:

Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) Java SE or Database.
CompTIA Server+.
ITIL 4 Foundation.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of application server platforms: Apache Tomcat, JBoss/WildFly, IIS.
Familiarity with Linux/Windows OS commands for service management (systemctl, net start/stop).
Understanding of log files and how to identify errors in application/server logs.
Basic knowledge of Java runtime environments and version management.
Awareness of database platforms (Oracle, MS SQL, MySQL) read-only access to check patch status.
Familiarity with ITSM tools: ServiceNow, Remedy, or similar.
Basic understanding of backup and snapshot procedures before patching.
Detail-oriented follows multi-step patching checklists without errors.
Good co-ordination skills to liaise with application and database teams.
Ability to work in shifts or on-call for maintenance windows.
Clear escalation discipline knows when to engage L2., * Tomcat.
JBoss.
ITSM.
CMDB.
Apache Tomcat.
WildFly.
WebLogic.
IIS.
WebSphere.
Linux.
Windows OS.
Java.
Oracle.
MS SQL.
MySQL.
ServiceNow.
Remedy.

Qualification And Education:

5+ years of experience.

Benefits & conditions

Our Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Employee Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

About the company

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.