IT Analyst (Platforms and Systems)

Talentium Inc.; Pasig; On-site; PHP 892,800 - 1,339,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech solutions provider in Metro Manila seeks an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to manage and optimize hybrid cloud operations. This role involves leveraging automation tools like PowerShell and Python, ensuring system integrity through patch management, and maintaining high-availability architecture for financial applications. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in infrastructure technologies and excellent English communication skills to bridge business and technical requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Infrastructure Technologies transitioning to automated operations.
• Proficiency in Windows Server environments from 2016 to 2022.
• Understanding of modern cyber security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain Windows Server environments using IaC tools.
• Manage unified identity across on-premises Active Directory and Azure AD.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations through patch management.

Skills

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Automation scripting (PowerShell, Ansible, Python)

Hybrid Identity Management

High-Availability Architecture

Networking protocols (DNS, DHCP, SSH, SMB)

Excellent English communication

Tools

Azure DevOps

DevOps tools

MS SQL

Oracle

Job description

Responsibilities

Specific tasks and service requirements required on a daily basis.

Modern Infrastructure & Hybrid Cloud Operations

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Architect and maintain Windows Server (2019/2022) environments using IaC tools like Powershell or Ansible or Python to ensure consistent, repeatable deployments.
• Hybrid Identity Management: Manage and secure unified identity across on-premises Active Directory and Azure AD implementing automated lifecycle management for different active directory technologies.
• Patching and Vulnerability Management : Apply patches, updates, and security configurations to maintain system integrity by using different automation techniques and tools. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal security policies.

Intelligent Automation & DevOps Integration

• Lifecycle Automation: Replace repetitive manual tasks with advanced PowerShell and Python scripting to handle automated patching, configuration drift remediation, and system health checks.
• CI/CD Pipeline Support: Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate infrastructure provisioning into Azure DevOps pipelines, ensuring seamless application deployment.
• Self-Healing Systems: Implement proactive monitoring and automated alerting that triggers self-correction scripts for common server and application issues.

Critical Financial Application & Platform Support

• High-Availability Architecture: Design and support the middleware layer ensuring 24/7 uptime for core financial systems like Summit, Bloomberg, and Risk Management platforms.
• Data Tier Collaboration: Work with DBAs to optimize how applications interact with MS SQL and Oracle databases, focusing on performance tuning and automated backups.
• Resilience & Disaster Recovery: Automated DR test drills and maintain "Infrastructure-as-Code" recovery playbooks to minimize RTO/RPO during outages.

Security, Governance & Compliance

• Zero-Trust Framework: Apply modern security configurations and "Hardened" OS images via automated configuration management.
• Automated Auditing: Conduct continuous vulnerability assessments and use automated tools to ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal policies

Job Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in Infrastructure Technologies with a proven track record of moving from manual administration to automated operations.
• Technical Stack: OS/Platforms: Advanced Windows Server (2016-2022), vSphere/Nutanix AHV, and Azure Administration.
• Networking: Deep understanding of protocols (DNS, DHCP, SSH, SMB) and modern cyber security frameworks.
• Automation Tools: Professional proficiency in any tools for ex, PowerShell, Ansible, Python, and Azure DevOps is essential.
• Applications Domain (Optional but Preferred): Familiarity with any applications lifecycle management including install, config and support different technologies such as IIS, Java or WebSphere based applications.
• Soft Skills: Excellent English communication skills with the ability to bridge the gap between technical infrastructure and business requirements.