Patch Management Specialist — Secure, Automated Deployments

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company is seeking a Patch Management Specialist, Mid to coordinate patches for OS, apps, and infrastructure in mission-critical environments. You’ll plan cycles, assess criticality, and design deployment methods to minimize disruption while meeting regulatory requirements.

You will lead testing, phased rollout, and validation across server and endpoint fleets, partnering with security and operations teams to align remediation priorities and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years in patch management or infrastructure security roles in medium to large enterprises.
• Familiarity with patch management principles and tools like WSUS and SCCM.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Strong analytical, communication, and multi-tasking capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment, testing, and deployment of OS and application patches across endpoints.
• Design patching schedules, rollout plans, and maintenance windows.
• Troubleshoot failed patches and coordinate with admins/owners for fixes.
• Implement automated patch workflows, targeting, and deadlines.
• Monitor vulnerability feeds and compliance dashboards to prioritize patches.
• Document patch procedures, baselines, and reporting for audits.
• Collaborate with vulnerability management and security teams on threats.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

WSUS

SCCM

Job description

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company is seeking a Patch Management Specialist, Mid to coordinate patches for OS, apps, and infrastructure in mission-critical environments. You’ll plan cycles, assess criticality, and design deployment methods to minimize disruption while meeting regulatory requirements.

You will lead testing, phased rollout, and validation across server and endpoint fleets, partnering with security and operations teams to align remediation priorities and ensure