Patch Analyst 1

CPS Energy • San Antonio, TX

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for tracking the distribution of security releases (patches, updates, upgrades) to company-owned assets, including server infrastructure and related third-party software. Coordinate with business areas to develop mitigation plans for systems or non-critical releases to be tested and implemented based on patch management strategies. Assist business areas with the submission of mitigation plans.

Requirements

• Knowledge of operationalizing security requirements.
• Relevant professional experience administering vulnerability remediation process.
• Familiarity generating patching program metrics to measure service, effectiveness, and consistency.
• Communicates Effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple task assignments.
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or other related fields from an accredited university.
• Experience in North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) regulatory environment.
• IT auditing and/or security background.
• Cyber vulnerability management experience.
• Experience with reporting dashboards or data visualization tools (Power BI preferred).
• Entry-level security certifications.

Responsibilities

• Document service requests and change requests with dates as evidence of release, evaluation, approval, and implementation.
• Track and record security release dates, assessments, implementation status, and related mitigation plans to ensure releases are implemented and completed on time; mitigation plans are updated or extended in line with company policies and processes, escalate when deadlines are at risk.
• Ensure patch management processes and activities are accurately documented and compliant with CPSE policies.
• Ensure patch management activities are tracked and approved within the configuration management and change control process.
• Coordinate with teams and application owners to evaluate security releases and plan implementation activities.
• Participate in patch coordination meetings, provide clear status updates and support meeting activities per business needs.
• Produce patch compliance reports and maintain metrics for patch distribution, compliance status.
• Use automated tools to assess applicable patches, validate remediation status, generate operational reporting, and support improvements in patch tracking, reporting, and compliance workflows.
• Support audits and regulatory requirements by compiling and validating necessary documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED