Business Analyst V

Business Analyst VAn experienced Business Analyst is sought to lead a Vulnerability and Patch Automation Initiative. This strategic role is responsible for driving the vision, roadmap, and execution of enterprise initiatives focused on accelerating vulnerability remediation, automating patch management processes, and leveraging AI to reduce technology risk. The ideal candidate combines product leadership skills with experience in patching automation, vulnerability management, and emerging AI technologies, possessing a broad understanding of enterprise infrastructure.Location: Cincinnati, Ohio (Onsite) Duration: 6+ MonthsKey ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute the product roadmap for the Third-Party Remediation Pillar.Drive initiatives to reduce vulnerability remediation timelines and improve risk reduction outcomes.Identify and implement automation opportunities across patching and remediation processes.Leverage AI and analytics to improve prioritization, decision-making, testing, and operational efficiency.Partner with infrastructure, cybersecurity, architecture, and engineering teams to deliver enterprise solutions.Establish metrics, track performance, and provide executive-level reporting on remediation progress.Manage priorities, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder alignment across multiple workstreams.Required QualificationsExperience:7+ years of experience in software quality engineering, test automation, software testing, or closely related technology roles.Experience leading enterprise patch management, vulnerability remediation, or technology transformation initiatives.Proven success implementing automation solutions within technology operations.Experience applying AI, machine learning, or Generative AI capabilities to improve operational outcomes.1+ year(s) of Gen AI related development.Experience in Financial Services / Banking.Operational Technology (OT) Patch Management experience.Technical Skills:Broad knowledge of enterprise technologies including endpoints, servers, networking, cloud platforms, and security tools.General Skills:Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.Preferred Qualifications6+ years in product ownership or product management, including 3+ years in a senior or lead role.Experience with platforms such as ServiceNow, NexThink, Jamf Pro, SCCM, Plutora, Katalon, IBM BigFix Suite, and Qualys.Knowledge of Agile product delivery and technology risk management.Ideal CandidateA technology leader with a passion for automation and innovation, who has successfully led patching and remediation programs, understands how AI can transform technology operations, and can drive results across complex enterprise environments. Apex Systems