Patch Management Analyst

HCLTech; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Insurance benefits

Vacation entitlement

CSR and diverse culture

Job summary

HCLTech in London, UK, is seeking a Patch Management Analyst to join the network operations team on a hybrid basis at a client location. You will coordinate firmware and software updates across routers, switches, firewalls and wireless infrastructure.

The role requires about 2 years in network operations, a methodical, detail-oriented approach, and the ability to follow patch runbooks, verify backups, and log activities in ITSM systems.

Qualifications

• 2 years in network operations or NOC environments.
• Good understanding of routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Familiarity with change management and patching runbooks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate firmware/software patching across network devices per change records.
• Perform pre-patch tasks: verify backups and maintenance windows.
• Execute patch steps: upload image, verify hashes, schedule reloads.
• Verify post-patch health: interfaces, routing, connectivity.
• Log activities in ITSM systems (ServiceNow / Remedy).
• Maintain firmware inventory and flag outdated software.
• Communicate maintenance windows to stakeholders and NOC.
• Escalate issues to L2 promptly.
• Assist in weekly patch compliance reporting.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Cisco IOS CLI

Patch management

ITSM processes

NOC coordination

On-call/night shifts

Tools

SolarWinds

ServiceNow

Remedy

TFTP/SCP backups

Job description

We are a $13+ billion global technology company, home to more than 224,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud, and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products.

HCLTech is a globally recognized leader in the Tech and IT industry, but we've never forgotten the startup mindset that got us here. We've always approached our work with an idea-first attitude because every one of our accomplishments -no matter how big or small -can be traced back to an idea's single spark.

It's that spark -that inner drive -that sets our people apart from our competitors. It enables us not just to pull off game-changing feat after game-changing feat but to better our world in the process. We want you to find your spark. Because that's what drives you to be better, be more and ultimately, be more fulfilled.

To learn more about how we can supercharge progress for you, visit www.hcltech.com

Job Title: Patch Management Analyst

Location: London, UK (Hybrid mode at client location)

Experience: 2 years in network operations / NOC

ROLE SUMMARY

The L1 Network Patch Management Analyst supports the scheduling, co-ordination, and tracking of firmware and software updates across network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless infrastructure). The role focuses on executing pre-approved change tasks, performing health verification, and maintaining accurate patch records, under the direction of L2 engineers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Co-ordinate and track network device firmware/software patching activities (Cisco IOS/IOS-XE, Juniper JunOS, Aruba, Palo Alto) as per approved change records.
• Perform pre-patch tasks: verify device backups, confirm maintenance window communications, and validate access.
• Execute standard patching steps (image upload, verify MD5/SHA hash, schedule reload) under L2 supervision.
• Monitor device health post-patching: verify interface states, routing table, and connectivity.
• Log patch activity and outcomes in ITSM tickets (ServiceNow / Remedy).
• Maintain network device firmware inventory and flag devices with outdated or end-of-support software.
• Communicate maintenance windows to impacted stakeholders and NOC teams.
• Escalate unexpected device failures, routing disruptions, or patching errors to L2 immediately.
• Assist in generating weekly patch compliance reports for the network estate.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Basic understanding of networking fundamentals: OSI model, IP addressing, VLANs, routing basics.
• Familiarity with Cisco IOS CLI commands (show version, copy commands, reload).
• Awareness of device backup processes (TFTP/SCP configuration backups).
• Basic knowledge of network management systems (SolarWinds, CiscoWorks, or similar).
• Ability to follow detailed step-by-step patching runbooks.
• Understanding of ITSM change management and maintenance window concepts.

SOFT SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Accurate and methodical – capable of following change procedures without deviation.
• Clear communication for co-ordinating maintenance windows with NOC and application teams.
• Comfortable working in shift / on-call environments including nights and weekends.
• Escalates promptly and accurately when issues arise.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• CompTIA Network+
• ITIL 4 Foundation

Benefits

• A supportive, diverse, and global team with a brilliant culture.
• Competitive compensation and benefits that includes vacation per year, various insurances like Term life and Business Travel insurance. These are apart from the statutory benefits applicable in the country. Employee benefits are regulated by an internal policy that contains full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits as per the law of the land.
• Great opportunities to make the role your own, upskill yourself and get involved with exciting projects.
• Total Wellbeing is our focus. Alongside your professional excellence, you join the likeminded colleagues to create a larger impact within the company and society at large in your chosen area of passion - CSR Council, Diversity Council, Women Connect, Sparks - Engagement Champion to name a few.
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