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# Data Center Patch Management Anlyst

- **Company:** CYNET SYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** Cary, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management Databases, Data Centers, Linux, Hyper-V, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Comptia Server+, Patch Management, Event Viewer, Wsus
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/7fee87a4-86ef-44a7-a1e3-133375a7e883

## About the Role

* Basic administration of Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and/or Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu).
 * Familiarity with WSUS, SCCM, or Red Hat Satellite for server patching.
 * Introductory knowledge of virtualisation platforms (VMware vSphere / Microsoft Hyper-V) and snapshot management.
 * Ability to read system logs (Windows Event Viewer, /var/log) to identify post-patch issues.
 * Basic command-line proficiency (Windows CMD/PowerShell; Linux Bash).
 * Awareness of change management and CMDB concepts in ITSM platforms.
 * Understanding of backup validation and pre-requisite checks before patching.
 * Methodical and detail-oriented accurately follows patching checklists.
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating maintenance windows with application teams.
 * Ability to work in shift-based or on-call environments (including weekends/nights).
 * Calm under pressure during post-patch incident response., * Datacenter.
 * Patch Management.
 * Windows Server.
 * Linux.
 * WSUS.
 * SCCM.
 * Red Hat Satellite.
 * VMware vSphere.
 * Hyper-V.
 * PowerShell.
 * Bash.
 * ITSM.
 * CMDB.

Qualification And Education:

 * 02+ years of experience in Datacenter or Patch Management.

## Description

* Execute server OS patches (Windows Server, RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu) as per the approved change schedule.
 * Perform pre-patching health checks: disk space, service status, backup verification, and snapshot creation.
 * Apply patches through WSUS, SCCM, Satellite (Red Hat), or Ansible playbooks under supervision.
 * Validate server functionality post-patch: verify services, check event logs, and perform application smoke tests.
 * Document patch execution steps, outcomes, and any deviations in the ITSM change record.
 * Monitor patch compliance dashboards and flag non-compliant servers to L2.
 * Coordinate scheduled maintenance windows with application teams and stakeholders.
 * Support rollback activities in case of patch-induced failures.
 * Assist in maintaining accurate server inventory and patch status in the CMDB.
 * Escalate unresolved patch failures, service degradation, or security vulnerabilities to L2.

Nice to Have:

 * Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Fundamentals.
 * Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA).
 * CompTIA Server+.
 * ITIL 4 Foundation.


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