Our client, a diversified energy company, is looking for a Patch Engineer for their Remote location. Communicate with engineering, operations, and site leadership.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Detroit, MI
Salary
$55.13–$59.66 Per Hour
Description
Our client, a diversified energy company, is looking for a Patch Engineer for their Remote location.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for planning, coordinating, executing, and validating patching activities across OT systems, including control systems, PI infrastructure, servers, and workstations, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and maintaining system reliability.
Patch Planning & Coordination:
Coordinate patch schedules with stakeholders
Communicate with engineering, operations, and site leadership
Obtain approvals prior to patch execution
System Assessment & Patch Evaluation:
Identify and evaluate applicable patches
Assess system compatibility and operational risk
Perform scans to determine patch requirements
Patch Deployment Execution:
Apply approved patches to servers and workstations
Place systems in maintenance mode as needed
Follow approved procedures for deployment
System Validation & Recovery:
Verify system functionality after patching
Ensure systems return to full operational state
Perform post-patch validation scans
Compliance & Documentation:
Maintain patching records and checklists
Asset & Lifecycle Support:
Support system upgrades and antivirus updates
Assist with backup and recovery processes
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work with IT, cybersecurity teams, and vendors
Coordinate patching during outages and maintenance windows