Systems and Cloud Engineer (IT/OT) | MGEN

Meralco PowerGen (MGEN); Pasig; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Meralco PowerGen (MGEN) is seeking a Systems & Cloud Engineer (IT/OT) to design, implement, administer, secure, and continuously improve enterprise systems and hybrid cloud environments supporting power generation operations.

The role bridges IT infrastructure with ICS/SCADA and plant OT to ensure high availability, cybersecurity, reliability, and operational efficiency across MGEN facilities. You will collaborate with IT and operations teams on IT/OT connectivity and modernization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Systems Administration, Infrastructure Engineering, Cloud Engineering, or related roles.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain enterprise server infrastructure across Windows and Linux environments.
• Manage virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, or equivalent technologies.
• Support enterprise storage, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions.
• Monitor system performance, capacity utilization, and infrastructure health.
• Perform system upgrades, patch management, and lifecycle management activities.

Skills

Systems Administration

Infrastructure Engineering

Cloud Engineering

IT/OT Integration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Computer Engineering/Electronics Engineering or related field

Job description

The Systems & Cloud Engineer (IT/OT) is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, security, and continuous improvement of enterprise systems, hybrid cloud environments, and operational technology (OT) infrastructure supporting power generation operations. This role bridges traditional IT infrastructure with industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA environments, and plant operational technologies to ensure high availability, cybersecurity, reliability, and operational efficiency across MGEN facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Systems Infrastructure Management

• Administer and maintain enterprise server infrastructure, including Windows and Linux environments.
• Manage virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, or equivalent technologies.
• Support enterprise storage, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions.
• Monitor system performance, capacity utilization, and infrastructure health.
• Perform system upgrades, patch management, and lifecycle management activities.

Cloud Infrastructure & Services

• Design, deploy, and maintain hybrid cloud and multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform, ARM Templates, or CloudFormation.
• Manage cloud networking, compute, storage, identity, and security services.
• Optimize cloud resource utilization, performance, and cost management.
• Support cloud migration initiatives and modernization programs.

IT/OT Integration & Support

• Support OT environments, including SCADA, DCS, PLC networks, and industrial communication systems.
• Collaborate with plant operations and engineering teams to ensure reliable IT/OT connectivity and integration.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of industrial network architecture.
• Support data collection, historian platforms, and industrial monitoring systems.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving incidents affecting critical plant operations.

Cybersecurity & Compliance

• Implement cybersecurity controls across both IT and OT environments.
• Support endpoint security, identity management, access controls, vulnerability management, and security monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory standards, and industry cybersecurity frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments and support IT/OT security audits.
• Assist in incident response, root cause analysis, and remediation activities.

Network & Infrastructure Operations

• Support LAN, WAN, wireless, SD-WAN, and industrial network infrastructures.
• Manage firewalls, VPNs, routing, switching, and network segmentation strategies.
• Implement and maintain secure connectivity between business and plant systems.
• Monitor infrastructure availability and performance using enterprise monitoring tools.

Project Delivery & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, and digital transformation projects.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Recommend improvements to system reliability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to implement technology solutions supporting business requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Systems Administration, Infrastructure Engineering, Cloud Engineering, or related roles.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting OT, ICS, SCADA, DCS, or industrial environments.
• Experience in power generation, utilities, manufacturing, energy, or critical infrastructure industries is highly preferred.
• Experience managing hybrid IT and OT environments is an advantage.