Location: Minneapolis, MN
Duration: 6 months
Role: Endpoint Patch Management Specialist
Responsibilities
• Manage monthly OS and third-party application patch cycles across Windows, macOS, and iOS endpoints
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field; relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Jamf) preferred
• Validate patches in test/lab environments before rollout, including CVE-based prioritization
• 3+ years’ experience in endpoint patch management in enterprise environments
• Execute pilot and production deployments during change windows; manage emergency patching processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Endpoint Manager (SCCM/Intune) and Jamf Pro
• Generate audit-ready patch compliance reports and dashboards
• Knowledge of vulnerability management practices and CVE scoring models.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams to align patching standards with risk thresholds
• Strong problem-solving and reporting skills; familiarity with audit/compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, NIST)
• Ability to leverage scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to automate patch validation, deployment monitoring, and compliance reporting.