Senior Patch Compliance Engineer

Experience range: 5+ yearsLocation: Bengaluru and HyderabadPosition SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Patch Compliance Engineer as part of a long-term patch compliance and remediation initiative. This role will be hands-on and technical, while also offering the opportunity to mentor and guide two additional engineers as part of a seven-member global team.The primary focus is to deploy and validate OS, Office, and third-party patching solutions across enterprise endpoints using SCCM, Intune, Qualys, and PatchMyPC, with additional exposure to tools such as Nexthink, BigFix, and other industry-standard platforms. PowerShell scripting and automation are essential to succeed in this environment.This role is ideal for a technically skilled professional with strong endpoint patching expertise, excellent scripting capabilities, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and compliance operations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and execute patch deployments across Windows OS, Microsoft Office, and third-party applications using SCCM, Intune, PatchMyPC, and related enterprise toolsCreate, enhance, and maintain PowerShell scripts to support automation of pre-patch and post-patch processesValidate deployment success, troubleshoot failed installations, and guide junior engineers through remediation effortsCollaborate closely with global team leads, architects, and security teams to align patching activities with compliance goalsMonitor patching dashboards, perform queries, and provide real-time status reports on endpoint compliance and system healthHelp maintain process documentation and contribute to team playbooks for standardized patch workflowsActively support continuous optimization of patching strategies, particularly for third-party application patching, which is a critical focusCoordinate closely with broader platform teams to ensure accurate targeting and risk prioritization of patch cyclesRequired Qualifications5+ years of experience in enterprise IT operations, endpoint management, or patch compliance engineering rolesProven expertise in SCCM and Intune, including package deployment, device targeting, and automationStrong hands-on experience with PowerShell scripting and automation for endpoint managementPractical understanding of patching lifecycle, remediation best practices, and third-party software supportExposure to Qualys or equivalent vulnerability scanning platformsStrong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced enterprise settingEffective written and verbal communication skills in English, with experience in reporting and technical documentationComfort working across remote, cross-functional teams, including U.S. and LATAM-based resourcesPreferred QualificationsExperience with PatchMyPC, Nexthink, BigFix, or similar endpoint compliance and analytics platformsFamiliarity with Prisma Cloud or other enterprise security posture platforms (contextual understanding only; not day-to-day)Background working in a consultancy or large enterprise client delivery environmentKnowledge of industry patching standards and secure configuration frameworks (e.g., CIS Benchmarks)Ability to provide informal mentorship and support to junior or peer-level engineers on the teamWhy Join Us?Play a central role in a high-impact patch compliance initiative for a Fortune 50 enterprise clientUse your automation and scripting skills to help drive efficiency and measurable security outcomesJoin a globally distributed team solving real-world compliance challenges across 200K+ endpointsGain valuable exposure to modern patching and compliance platforms in a collaborative, remote-first setting