Middleware Patch Management Support Engineer

U3 INFOTECH PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Middleware Patch Management Support resource to ensure the security and compliance of middleware components in the financial sector. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience, a strong background in middleware technologies, and expertise in risk assessment and vulnerability management. This role requires a focus on minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in middleware patch management within financial services.
• Deep understanding of security regulations like FFIEC, SOX, and PCI-DSS.
• Proficiency in operating systems such as Linux, AIX, and Windows Server.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute regular and emergency patch deployments.
• Monitor security bulletins and prioritize vulnerabilities.
• Manage lifecycle of middleware software and identify nearing EOL products.

Skills

Middleware technologies

Scripting and automation

Risk assessment

Troubleshooting

Tools

WebSphere

WebLogic

Apache Tomcat

IBM MQ

Shell

Python

Ansible

Job description

Job Description:

The Infra Middleware Patch Management Support resource will be responsible for the systematic patching and lifecycle management of middleware components to ensure system security, stability, and compliance in a financial and banking sector environment. This role requires at least 4 years of experience and a deep understanding of security and regulatory frameworks in the financial industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Patching and Vulnerability Management: Plan, schedule, and execute regular and emergency patch deployments for middleware components, including WebSphere, JBoss, WebLogic, Apache Tomcat, and IBM MQ.
• Monitor vendor security bulletins, Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) databases, and threat intelligence feeds to identify and prioritize critical vulnerabilities.
• Work with security teams to assess risk and develop remediation plans, ensuring all patches are deployed within defined service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Troubleshoot and resolve patch-related issues, such as failed installations, performance degradation, or application conflicts, and coordinate with application teams for post-patch testing.

EOL and EOS Management

• Track and manage the lifecycle of middleware software and related components.
• Proactively identify products nearing EOL or EOS and work with stakeholders to plan for upgrades, migrations, or decommissioning.
• Ensure all systems remain on vendor-supported versions to mitigate security risks and maintain compliance with industry regulations.

Technical and Domain Expertise

• Extensive experience with middleware technologies like IBM WebSphere Application Server, Oracle WebLogic, Apache Kafka, and Tibco.
• Strong proficiency in scripting and automation using Shell, Python, or Ansible to streamline patching and configuration management processes.
• Hands-on experience with operating systems (e.g., Linux, AIX, Windows Server) and a good understanding of network and security principles.
• Familiarity with container platforms like Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.

Financial & Banking Domain Experience:

• Proven experience working in a highly regulated environment, such as banking or financial services, with a strong understanding of compliance requirements like FFIEC, SOX, and PCI-DSS.
• Experience with Change and Release Management processes in a critical production environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with a focus on minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity.

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