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# Network security Engineer

- **Company:** ComTec
- **Location:** Albany, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Linux, Systems Analysis, Network Security, Linux Servers, Microsoft Office, Windows Servers, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Vulnerability Management, System Availability, Information Technology, Patch Management
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f18aa8e8-b832-4f15-8961-6db1ed1f502d

## About the Role

* 2+ years of experience using BigFix for patching.
 * Experience patching Linux and Windows servers.
 * Experience analyzing system vulnerabilities, identifying security gaps and risks, and recommending appropriate remediation solutions.
 * Experience in assessing patch applicability, prioritizing patches, and evaluating the potential impact of patch deployment on enterprise systems.
 * Experience generating and compiling vulnerability, patch compliance, and threat reporting metrics.
 * Knowledge of Vulnerability Management, security advisories, CVEs, and patch prioritization methodologies.
 * Experience using BigFix to assess patch compliance, identify missing patches, and monitor deployment status.
 * Understanding of operating system patching, application dependencies, compatibility considerations, and patch testing procedures.
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.

## Description

* Applying systems analysis methods and procedures, including consulting with users to identify and define hardware, software, and system functional requirements.
 * Assisting in the design, development, documentation, analysis, testing, and modification of computer systems or programs based on user needs and system design specifications.
 * Analyze, test, and deploy patches to address security vulnerabilities
 * Provide expert-level patch management and automation support using BigFix in a large enterprise environment.
 * Analyze available patches to determine applicability, priority, and suitability for Windows and Linux servers.
 * Assess patch impact on system availability, application compatibility, performance, and business operations before deployment.
 * Evaluate patch severity, CVEs, vendor advisories, and vulnerability risks to prioritize patching activities.
 * Review system inventories, existing patch levels, dependencies, and prerequisites to identify required patches.
 * Use BigFix to identify missing patches, assess compliance gaps, and monitor deployment status.
 * Plan and coordinate patch deployments based on risk assessments, business criticality, and maintenance windows.
 * Test patches and validate system functionality after installation to minimize operational impact.
 * Communicate vulnerability risks, patching recommendations, and remediation plans to stakeholders.
 * Document patch analysis, deployment activities, testing results, and exceptions.
 * Leverage automation and scripting to improve patching efficiency and reduce manual effort.