Senior Patch Management Executive

Experience : 10+ Years Role : Senior Patch Management Executive Key Skills: · Enterprise Infrastructure Operations & Governance · Patch, Vulnerability & Security Risk Management · Process Transformation, Automation & Continuous Improvement. Responsibilities: Experienced IT leader responsible for overseeing enterprise patch management, vulnerability remediation, and infrastructure change governance across mission-critical environments. The role ensures secure, compliant, and reliable deployment of system updates while minimizing operational risk and service disruption. · Lead enterprise-wide patch and vulnerability management programs across Windows, Linux, Unix, database, and cloud platforms. · Govern change reviews, risk assessments, testing, implementation, and rollback planning for infrastructure updates. · Coordinate patch deployments across complex, interconnected systems while ensuring service availability and compliance. · Drive automation initiatives using orchestration and Infrastructure-as-Code tools to improve efficiency and reduce deployment risks. · Partner with Cyber Security teams to prioritize vulnerability remediation and manage security risks. · Lead incident response and recovery activities related to patch implementations. · Act as the primary stakeholder liaison for audit, compliance, vendor management, and executive reporting. Requirements: 15+ years of IT infrastructure experience with significant expertise in patch management and change governance. Strong background in large-scale enterprise or regulated environments, preferably banking or financial services. Hands-on knowledge of Windows Server, Linux, cloud platforms, and enterprise patching tools (SCCM, BigFix, Chef, Ansible) Proven experience managing risks, stakeholders, vendors, and operational change processes. Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ITIL, Microsoft, or Red Hat are advantageous.