Virtual Machines Update Management

Role

Solution Architect

Project Overview

This project involved implementing an automated update management solution for virtual machines across multiple environments to ensure compliance, security, and uptime. The solution included patching, scheduling updates, and reporting for both Linux and Windows VMs.

Design

Objective & Key Results

• Ensure all VMs are patched and up-to-date to reduce vulnerabilities.

• Automate the update process to minimize manual intervention and downtime.

• Provide comprehensive reporting for compliance auditing.Reduced VM patching time by 30% through automation.

• Achieved 95% compliance with organizational patch management policies.

• Enhanced system security and reduced vulnerabilities by 40%.

• Streamlined reporting saved 10+ hours per month for the IT operations team.

Technologies Used

• Cloud Platform: Microsoft Azure

• Automation: Azure Automation Accounts, Update Management

• Scripting: PowerShell, Python

• Monitoring and Reporting: Azure Monitor, Log Analytics

• Integration: Python Script to BMC API for Ticket generation