Junior Patch Management Specialist

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,400 - 87,523; Full time

Job summary

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company is looking for a Junior Patch Management Specialist in Columbus, Ohio. This role involves supporting the patch management lifecycle for desktops and remote endpoints to maintain security and compliance.

Responsibilities include applying patch management principles, supporting patch cycles, and monitoring compliance reports. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field, along with problem-solving skills and must hold a current secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of related experience in systems administration, IT support, or cybersecurity.
• Understanding of basic patch management concepts and familiarity with common tools.
• Must have a current secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Apply patch management principles to deploy OS and application updates across endpoints.
• Support routine and emergency patch cycles, including testing and change approvals.
• Monitor vulnerability and patch compliance reports, and work to remediate non-compliant systems.
• Assist with implementing automated patch workflows and maintain documentation.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

WSUS

SCCM

Job description

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company is looking for a Junior Patch Management Specialist in Columbus, Ohio. This role involves supporting the patch management lifecycle for desktops and remote endpoints to maintain security and compliance.

Responsibilities include applying patch management principles, supporting patch cycles, and monitoring compliance reports. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field, along with problem-solving skills and must hold a current secret security clearance.