Server and Cloud Operations Analyst

Höegh Autoliners Regional Operating Headquarter; Makati; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Höegh Autoliners Regional Operating Headquarter in Makati is seeking a Server and Cloud Operations Analyst to support day-to-day server and cloud operations across on-premise and cloud environments. You will monitor Windows and Linux servers, assist with virtualization, manage Microsoft 365 services, and help with Active Directory/Entra ID.

This role emphasizes incident response, routine maintenance, documentation, and participation in disaster recovery efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or equivalent practical experience.
• 1–3 years of IT infrastructure, server administration, or cloud operations experience.
• Strong foundational knowledge of Windows Server and Linux.

Responsibilities

• Monitor server health and perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Assist in Windows and Linux server administration.
• Support virtualization environments such as VMware and Hyper‑V.
• Assist in managing Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint).
• Support Active Directory/Entra ID administration (users, groups, device management).
• Maintain configuration documentation and runbooks; assist with patching.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

Windows Server

Linux

Active Directory

DNS

DHCP

VMware

Hyper-V

Microsoft 365

Azure

OCI

PowerShell

Bash

Rubrik

Job description

Want to join us?

In Höegh Autoliners, you will be part of a global leader in deep sea Ro/Ro transportation services, with 90 years of experience in the shipping industry.

You work alongside inspiring and brilliant business leaders and colleagues to deliver high quality services to global customers.

Job Summary

The Server and Cloud Operations Analyst is responsible for supporting the organization’s day-to-day server and cloud operations. This includes maintaining Windows and Linux servers, assisting with virtualization platforms, supporting Microsoft 365 services, and helping manage Active Directory/Entra ID and backup systems. The role focuses on monitoring, incident response, routine maintenance, and documentation to ensure system stability, security, and performance across on-premise and cloud environments.

Main Responsibilities

Server & Infrastructure Operations

• Perform daily server health checks, monitoring alerts, and routine maintenance tasks.
• Assist in the administration of Windows and Linux servers.
• Support virtualization environments such as VMware and/or Hyper‑V.
• Assist in managing Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Support Active Directory and Entra ID administration, including user accounts, groups, device management, and policy checks.
• Assist with system patching, updates, and maintenance of configuration documentation.

Incident Management & Troubleshooting

• Provide Level 1–2 support for server and infrastructure-related incidents.
• Perform initial diagnostics and troubleshooting before escalating to senior engineers.
• Support incident resolution during outages and assist in documenting root cause findings.

Security & Compliance Support

• Assist with OS patching, antivirus checks, and basic system hardening activities.
• Support access management, file permissions, and audit log reviews.
• Follow established IT security policies and compliance standards.

Backup, Recovery & Disaster Recovery

• Monitor backup jobs across systems (e.g., Rubrik, M365, OCI backups).
• Assist in test restores and data recovery validation.
• Participate in disaster recovery testing and related exercises.

Cloud Operations (Azure & OCI Fundamentals)

• Support basic operational tasks in cloud environments (Azure and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure).
• Assist with VM monitoring, storage checks, identity management, and resource tracking.
• Help maintain cloud inventory documentation and operational runbooks.
• Participate in training to build cloud administration skills.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain accurate system documentation, runbooks, and configuration records.
• Support change management processes by tracking updates and operational changes.
• Assist with basic scripting tasks (PowerShell/Bash) to improve operational efficiency.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in IT infrastructure, server administration, or cloud operations support.

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of Windows Server and Linux operating systems.
• Knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP concepts.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper‑V.
• Exposure to Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint).
• Foundational knowledge of cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure and/or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure).

Additional Skills (Preferred)

• ITIL Foundation certification or willingness to obtain.
• Basic scripting skills (PowerShell or Bash).
• Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) or OCI Foundations certification (or willingness to pursue).
• Understanding of backup systems and disaster recovery principles.
• Strong communication, documentation, and analytical skills.

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