Patch Management Experts in Frankfurt
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Ornel Franck W.
Last position:
Sales Partner at ERGO PRO
- Industry: Insurance, Trade, IT
- Customers & Projects: Consulting and selling insurance and similar services
- Main tasks: Insurance consulting (health insurance, retirement planning, wealth building); commercial services, inside and field sales; sales data analysis and forecasting; customer consulting and support; opening a new sales headquarters for private and business customers; business development & innovation management; business use case development; process optimization; stakeholder management; team leadership and training; preparation and delivery of trainings;
- Technologies used: Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Jira, Draw.IO, Camunda 8, Java (8, 17,21,25), Git, Spring Boot, Spring Batch, Spring Data REST, Spring Web, Spring Security, J-Unit, Playwright, Lombock, Vaadin, H2, PostgreSQL (16, 17 18), pgAdmin, Docker, LLMs, JasperSoft Studio, JasperReports
Guido K.
Last position:
IT Consultant / Owner at Guido Krauß IT-Consulting
Self-employed consulting, implementation, and support of IT infrastructures with a focus on IT security, network and server administration, virtualization, backup & recovery, IT documentation, asset management, and business continuity management.
- IT security consulting and implementation of technical protective measures
- Windows server and client support, patch management, user support
- M365 – Entra ID – MS Azure administration
- Planning, installation, and operation of LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VLAN infrastructures, Cisco, HP, Netgear, Sophos, Securepoint
- Support of virtual systems based on Hyper-V, VMware, and Proxmox
- Backup and recovery concepts including test recovery, documentation, and handover
- Introduction and maintenance of IT documentation, asset management, and inventory tracking
- Implementation of measures related to IT baseline protection, emergency manuals, and BCM
- On-/offboarding concepts with a focus on permissions, devices, data access, and handover processes
Security awareness and practical sensitization of users and IT staff
Theo L.
Last position:
Project Manager, Consultant at Umicore
- Led the migration of local SharePoint sites to SharePoint Online, including planning, coordination, and communication
- Advised on governance, security, and data protection
- Created project documents: project charter, project plan, communication strategy plan, risk and risk mitigation plan, scope of work documents
- Analyzed manual processes and developed automated solutions
Jaouad A.
Last position:
Second Level Support at Sanofi
- Software distribution on notebooks via Active Directory and image installation
- Support of iOS and Android devices, including SIM to eSIM conversion via QR code
- Scheduling appointments and initial login setup for employees
- Ticket handling through ServiceNow
Tan P.
Last position:
DevOps Engineer in the DevOps Team at Rise-World
- Implementation of specified DevOps solutions to automate infrastructure (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation, Ansible) on-premises datacenter (Ovirt, Proxmox, Ceph Cluster, MinIO) and private cloud.
- Administration, configuration and implementation of CI/CD DevOps pipelines (GitLab, GitFlow) to support development process (Artifactory, Prometheus, Istio, service mesh, Helm Chart, OpenShift (Red Hat Enterprise) / Kubernetes cluster), Red Hat Satellite.
- Administration, setup, monitoring and patching of Linux infrastructure based on Red Hat Enterprise for Dev, Test and QA.
- Use of Scrum and Kanban methods.
- Administration, configuration and implementation of security standards for deploying on Dev, Test, QA and Prod stages of the new ePA applications.
- Development of new plugins and add-ons needed on current infrastructure.
- Database support.
- Data analytics support (Python, Spark, Pandas, Power BI, Splunk Enterprise).
- Implementation of best practices for DevSecOps and BizDevOps using GitOps (ArgoCD), Streamlit framework, Semaphore Ansible UI.
- Configuration and testing of iperf, uperf, sysbench using benchmark-operator for external source data and IoT/MDM devices, creating reports via ELK / OpenSearch.
- Building a new Databricks platform to collect and analyze big data from different sources and IoT devices into Hadoop framework (Python, Pandas, PySpark, Power BI, Apache Airflow).
- Building backend data aggregation and processing to automate configuration deployment between different OpenShift clusters and big data framework (Python, Pandas, PySpark, Apache Spark, PostgreSQL, Django 2, Ansible Automation, Jira JSM).
- Building a new ML pipeline platform using Kubeflow, TensorFlow, KServe.
- Data extraction, transformation and loading from different data sources including structured and unstructured data to analytic DWH / big data cluster using Python, Pandas, Polars, Power BI, Django backend and PostgreSQL.
- Setup of new DevOps Test and QA HashiCorp Vault cluster for PKI and IAM.
- Configuration and testing of automated patching based on CVSS score, SIEM-integrated CVEs.
- Use of Nexpose and InsightVM to scan vulnerability events in network, host, container and application.
- Design and implementation of secure and scalable AWS architectures including VPC, EC2, S3, RDS and Route53 and similar setups on Azure and GCP.
- Automated system provisioning and deployment using CloudFormation templates.
- Configuration of IAM roles, policies and permissions to ensure secure access control.
- Patch management, backup automation and disaster recovery setup on AWS infrastructure.
- Monitoring and optimization of system performance using AWS CloudWatch and AWS Trusted Advisor.
- Support of VMware services (vSphere, Aria, Horizon) and the virtual desktop environment.
- Development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and AWS CodePipeline with interface to Nutanix.
- Configuration of AWS CloudWatch to monitor application performance and system events.
- Planning and execution of migration of on-premises applications to AWS cloud platforms.
- Deployment of containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes in AWS environments.
- Deployment of internal software packages between availability zones using AWS CodeDeploy.
- Building and deploying ML models using Scikit-learn, XGBoost and Spark MLlib including hyperparameter tuning, model evaluation and production deployment.
Serkan K.
Last position:
Operation and Maintenance of Oracle Middleware Products at LBV - Landesamt für Besoldung und Versorgung Baden-Württemberg
- Patch management
- Support in database development
- Installation and upgrades of the following Oracle systems:
- Oracle Analytics Server (6.4)
- Oracle Enterprise Manager Fusion Middleware Control
- Oracle Data Integration Server
- Oracle BI Administration Tool
- Oracle WebLogic
Imran H.
Last position:
Goldgas
- Interface between support and customers
- Providing IT solutions
- Network support
- Patch management
- Documentation of all devices
- Optimization of the 7 meeting rooms
Michael S.
Last position:
Win11 Local Rollout Manager at Hansewerk Gruppe
Administrative coordination with providers regarding required software packages
Review of lists submitted by providers and coordination with relevant specialist departments
Organization of tests of newly scripted software packages in collaboration with specialist departments and providers
Selection and designation of employees responsible for testing and scheduling software approval dates
Documentation and filing of the release form from the specialist department
Tracking and escalation of issues to providers
Rollout planning at site and department level and execution of the rollout considering WAN capacity
Ensuring that no more than half of the employees at a site or in a department are migrated at the same time
Scheduling dependent on the availability of all required software packages
Khalid A.
Last position:
Systemadministrator at Sport & Medien
- Processing 1st, 2nd and 3rd level tickets
- Analyzing, resolving and documenting incidents and service requests within incident and SLA management via KIX (OTRS) ticket system
- Monitoring and managing networks and servers, configuring network interfaces (Wallix & Zabbix)
- Providing user support for technical issues and onboarding to new systems
- Creating and maintaining documentation for IT systems, network configurations and processes
- Software installation and maintenance: installing, configuring and updating operating systems, applications and license management (Empirum, MS365, Admin Center / Exchange)
- Data backup and tape rotation (backup and recovery)
- Configuring antivirus software and applying security updates and patches (Matrix42 patch management)
- User management: creating, modifying and deleting user accounts and their access rights (AD / Azure)
Hakan K.
Last position:
IT-Management & Administration at Freiberufliche IT-Dienstleistung
- Hybrid Cloud Administration (Cloud Transformation)
- Azure Cloud Administration
- Azure Entra ID user administration
- Reporting
- License reviews
- User and group management
- RBAC integration
- Policy management
- VM administration: setup of VMs, configuration of scale sets, configuration of replications, creation of backups, manual installation
- Azure Bastion
- Privileged access identity management
- Documentation
- Azure Security Center: monitoring security posture and recommendations to improve security
- Microsoft 365 administration: MS Intune administration (Bitlocker policies, distribution, device management, group management)
- MS365 Defender (Defender for Endpoint, threat management, EDR solution implementation, threat detection through investigations)
- Defender for Office 365 (protection of Office 365 tools against phishing, malware, and other attacks)
- Defender for Identity (identification, activity monitoring)
- Defender for Cloud Apps (application monitoring and protection)
- Windows Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, policies, Baramundi, SCCM/MECM, VMware, WSUS, Sophos
- Exchange administration: rule creation, setup and deployment of mailboxes, mailbox migration, mail tracking, mailbox conversion, report generation
- Windows AD administration: user management across the structure, device management, attribute management, group management, organizational management, troubleshooting
- Group Policy management: modifying, deleting or creating policies, assigning and organizing policies, documentation and reporting
- Manual installation & imaging: new imaging, image creation, manual maintenance and updates, documentation of various enterprise applications
- Bitlocker configuration, BIOS and firmware configuration, troubleshooting and collaboration with level 3 support, MBSA reporting, WSUS monitoring, system and event management, troubleshooting across the IT infrastructure
- Network management (including SWIFT network): MAC address filtering, network switch configuration, port management, switch patching
- VMware ESXi/vSphere/vCenter administration: VM management, troubleshooting, virtualization solutions, updates and maintenance
- Virtualization & cloud: Azure, Citrix, VMware, VirtualBox, ESXi, Hyper-V, VMware AHV, vulnerability management, migrations
- Identifying, assessing and remediating security vulnerabilities on hybrid endpoints through regular vulnerability assessments and patch management
- Backup & recovery: Teams administration, data migration, SAN, SharePoint administration, NAS, Exchange administration, cloud backup: policy creation, mailbox migration
- IT security: firewall, antivirus, Azure, MS365 Security Defender: monitoring, mailbox setup and implementation, mail tracking, mailbox conversion, report generation
- IT service management: team meetings, report analysis, documentation, analysis
- Other: monitoring progress against goals, ServiceNow, HPSM, prioritizing activities, JIRA, MS365, integration of requested projects, MDM, TeamViewer, AnyDesk, Adobe, PowerShell, CLI, CMD
- IT service desk: Exchange, JIRA org administration, SCCM shell: user management, device management, project management, ticket reviews, user training, ticket handling, change management, permission management, VIP support
- Facility management: coordination with building management/technical teams, organizing technology for conferences, guest access, employee access
- Nutanix/VMware administration: provisioning and setup of Nutanix clusters, installation and configuration of Nutanix AHV, VMware ESXi & Hyper-V, infrastructure maintenance and operations, upgrades and patches for Nutanix clusters, planning and implementing backup solutions, installation and configuration of VMware ESXi hosts and vCenter servers, hybrid environments
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Statistics of experts using Patch Management
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years
Position duration
2.2 years (Germany: 2.1 years)
Positions per freelancer
16 (Germany: 17)
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Customer Service
Top industries
Information Technology, Government and Administration, Banking and Finance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
57% (Germany: 68%)
Master's degree or higher
29% (Germany: 34%)
Certifications per freelancer
6 (Germany: 7)
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
80% (Germany: 97%)
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Frankfurt are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Frankfurt using Patch Management
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Patch Management experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (100%)
- Government and Administration (90%)
- Banking and Finance (70%)
- Food and Beverage (50%)
- Healthcare (50%)
- Insurance (40%)
- Transportation (40%)
- Automotive (30%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Patch Management Covers
Patch management is the process of finding, assessing, testing and deploying updates for operating systems, applications, firmware and security tools. It reduces exposure to known vulnerabilities while keeping business systems stable. A sound process also records what was updated, where and when.
Systems and Use Cases
Patch management applies across data centres, user devices, servers, virtual machines, containers and cloud workloads. Companies use it to strengthen security, meet internal controls and prevent avoidable service disruption.
- Windows and Linux server patching
- Endpoint and workstation updates
- Third-party application maintenance
- Cloud image and container refreshes
- Firmware and network device updates
Tools and Ecosystem
Professionals may work with Microsoft Intune, Windows Server Update Services, Microsoft Configuration Manager, Ansible, Red Hat Satellite, Jamf, Tanium or similar tools. They connect these systems with vulnerability scanners, configuration management, identity controls, ticketing workflows and reporting dashboards. The right approach depends on the operating systems, estate size and change policy.
When to Bring in Expertise
Freelance specialists are useful when patch coverage is unclear, critical updates are delayed or existing automation creates operational risk. They can design a patch policy, clean up asset inventories, define maintenance windows and prepare a repeatable rollout plan. In Frankfurt, remote delivery often works well, while regulated or sensitive environments may require on-site coordination.
- Establishing risk-based patch priorities
- Automating deployment rings and approvals
- Investigating failed or missing updates
- Preparing audit evidence and operational reports
Skills That Matter
Strong professionals understand vulnerability severity, asset ownership, testing, rollback planning and release coordination. They can distinguish an urgent security fix from a routine update and communicate its business impact clearly. Useful adjacent skills include PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Active Directory, cloud operations, endpoint management and incident response.
Quality Signals
Look for practical evidence of controlled patch rollouts across mixed environments, not only familiarity with a tool. A capable specialist explains how they discover assets, test updates, handle exceptions, verify installation and recover from failure. They should also define measurable completion criteria, maintain accurate records and work comfortably with security, infrastructure and application teams. Clear documentation and calm change management are as important as technical execution.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about Patch Management — answered in short.
Patch Management is used to identify missing updates, assess their risk and deploy fixes across servers, endpoints, applications and network equipment. It helps reduce vulnerability exposure while supporting reliable operations and audit readiness.
Patch Management focuses on obtaining, testing and installing updates. Vulnerability management is broader: it discovers weaknesses, prioritizes risk and may require compensating controls when no patch exists. The two processes work best when their asset and risk data is connected.
A strong Patch Management specialist often brings skills in vulnerability scanning, endpoint management, PowerShell or Bash automation, configuration management and change control. Experience with Active Directory, cloud workloads, incident response and IT service management is also valuable.
The right level depends on the environment’s diversity, criticality and automation maturity rather than a fixed duration. A straightforward rollout may need focused implementation support, while a mixed estate with legacy systems, strict maintenance windows and many exceptions calls for a specialist who can lead assessment, testing and governance.
Patch Management can often be handled remotely through secure access, documented change procedures and scheduled maintenance windows. On-site collaboration may still help with sensitive networks, hardware updates or teams that need close coordination. Agree on access controls, language expectations, response windows and escalation paths before work begins.
A Patch Management tool should be assessed against operating-system coverage, third-party application support, inventory accuracy, testing workflows, deployment controls and reporting. Integration with vulnerability scanners, identity systems, ticketing and configuration management usually matters more than the product name alone.
High-quality Patch Management provides a trustworthy asset inventory, risk-based priorities, tested deployment rings and clear rollback procedures. The specialist should verify results, document exceptions, protect service availability and show which systems remain exposed rather than reporting only successful installations.
A Patch Management engagement usually combines technical analysis with coordination across security, infrastructure, application and business teams. Freelancers may assess the current process, automate deployments, manage exceptions, improve reporting or support a large rollout. Careful documentation and transparent communication are central to the work.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Patch Management in their recent projects is 100 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 797 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Patch Management in their recent projects, 57% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 29% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Patch Management in their recent projects have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Patch Management in their recent projects are German (100%), English (80%), and Spanish (20%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Patch Management in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Government and Administration (90%), and Banking and Finance (70%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Patch Management in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (80%), and Customer Service (70%).
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