Senior Systems Administrator

Senior Systems Administrator                                      (Project: Orange Server Patching)                        Preferences: Male Job Description Develop and maintain the patch management strategy and schedule for all server environments (e.
g., Windows Server, Linux, etc.
). Monitor, test, and validate patches in staging environments prior to production rollout.
Coordinate with infrastructure and application teams to minimize disruption and align patching windows.
Use automated tools (e.
g., WSUS, SCCM, Ansible, Ivanti, ManageEngine, etc.
) for patch deployment and reporting.
Maintain detailed records of patching activities, system states, and compliance levels.
Identify and troubleshoot patch-related issues and escalate as needed.
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities and meet compliance requirements.
Produce regular reports on patch compliance and system health for management and audit purposes.
Ensure all patching activities are aligned with organizational change management policies.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
3+ years of experience in system administration, IT operations, or infrastructure support.
Proven experience in managing patch cycles for multi-platform environments (Windows, Linux/Unix).
Proficiency in patch management tools such as Microsoft WSUS/SCCM, ManageEngine, Ansible, Red Hat Satellite, or similar.
Familiarity with scripting (PowerShell, Bash) for automation of patching tasks.
Knowledge of security best practices and IT compliance frameworks (e.
g., ISO 27001, CIS, NIST).
Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) is a plus.