Junior Patch Engineer

Position: Junior Patch Engineer

Experience: 3 Years

Level: Junior

Location: KL

Job Summary

We are looking for a Junior Patch Engineer with approximately 3 years of experience in patch management and remediation operations. The candidate will support Windows, Linux and AIX patch deployment activities using BigFix, ensuring timely patching, compliance and vulnerability remediation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly patch assessment and deployment planning.

• Support Windows, Linux and AIX patch deployment using BigFix.

• Coordinate with system PICs for patch testing and approvals.

• Execute patch deployments during approved maintenance windows.

• Perform post-deployment verification and investigate patch failures.

• Assist with emergency and out-of-band patch deployment activities.

• Track OS patch-related vulnerability remediation.

• Prepare patch compliance, exception and risk reports.

• Maintain patch deployment records and operational documentation.

• Escalate technical issues to senior engineers when required.

Required Skills

• Around 3 years of experience in patch management or infrastructure support.

• Basic hands-on experience with IBM BigFix.

• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.

• Exposure to AIX patching is an advantage.

• Understanding of OS patching, vulnerability remediation and compliance.

• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Good communication and coordination skills.

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Good to Have

• Experience with BigFix Patch Management.

• Knowledge of ITIL and change management processes.

• Exposure to vulnerability management tools and reporting.

• Basic scripting knowledge (PowerShell or Shell scripting).

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.