Work setup: We operate in a hybrid work environment, and we encourage applicants who are open to working in the office two days a week to apply. 

Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 2PM to 10PM Manila time, overlaps with UK operating hours 

Employment type: Permanent

Location: Makati City, Metro Manila 

Pay range: We value transparency and want to ensure a good fit for both parties. We encourage applicants who are comfortable within the salary range of Php 124,000 to Php 169,000 to apply. 

Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organization proudly affiliated with the prestigious University of Cambridge.

We are looking for a Security and Compliance Team Lead who will be responsible for ensuring that all English-learning digital platforms are secure, compliant, accessible, and legally robust for global distribution. In this senior role, you will provide joint leadership across platform security architecture and digital-product compliance, covering cloud security, data protection, accessibility legislation, consumer-facing digital regulations, and operational governance. 

You will work across Product, Engineering, UX, Legal, Security, and Central Technology teams to embed secure-by-design, privacy-by-design, and accessibility-by-default principles into the entire product lifecycle. This includes defining strategy, overseeing risk frameworks, guiding engineering, and ensuring compliance obligations are met for all commercial markets.  

Why Cambridge?

At Cambridge, our unwavering commitment is to excel in education, learning, and research on a global scale. With a presence in over 170 countries, we empower millions of individuals, unlocking their potential and enabling their success. From dedicated teachers shaping young minds to visionary researchers pushing the boundaries of knowledge, we embody a relentless pursuit of enlightenment, curiosity, and understanding.

We embrace change as an opportunity for growth and progress, constantly adapting to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Collaboration and attentive listening are at the heart of our journey, as we work hand in hand with our customers and each other to innovate and discover more effective ways to achieve our goals. We believe people thrive in an environment where Trust and Empowerment are at the forefront, which is why all our new team members are provided regularization on their first day so they can start #PursuingPotential from day one.

Joining Cambridge means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. Beyond that, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential, that is why our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for.

What can you get from Cambridge?

At Cambridge, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential, that is why our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for. 

The organization offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities including: 

• Regular Employment on Day 1 

• HMO Coverage and Life Insurance on Day 1 

• Paid Annual Leaves (Vacation, Well-being, Flexible, Holiday, and Volunteering leaves) 

• Vesting/Retirement package 

• Opportunities for career growth and development 

• Access to well-being programs 

• Flexible schedule, hybrid work arrangement and work-life balance 

• Opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches that will expand your horizons and enrich your understanding of different cultures 

What will you do as the Platform Security & Compliance Team Lead?

Compliance Leadership 

• Lead accessibility, privacy, and digital-product compliance across all platforms. 

• Ensure adherence to global regulations (WCAG, ADA, EAA 2025, GDPR, CCPA, etc.). 

• Oversee compliance documentation, cookie governance, licensed assets, branding, and UI/UX accessibility. 

• Embed compliance frameworks and training across product, engineering, UX, and content teams. 

Security Architecture & Platform Protection 

• Own cloud and platform-security strategy, delivering scalable and AWS-aligned security architecture. 

• Maintain zero-trust principles across services, APIs, and pipelines. 

• Lead security monitoring, detection automation, penetration tests, and remediation efforts. 

• Mentor a small security engineering team and act as primary liaison with Central Technology. 

Digital Product Governance 

• Ensure all releases meet security, privacy, and accessibility requirements within CI/CD pipelines. 

• Govern UI, API, and feature compliance, secure coding, and cloud-security standards. 

• Oversee CDN strategy and manage secure, compliant third-party integrations. 

Unified Risk & Reporting 

• Maintain the unified risk register for security, privacy, and accessibility. 

• Perform structured risk assessments and apply industry frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls). 

• Provide clear risk reporting to senior leadership and support incident investigations. 

Please review the attached job description for further details on the role.

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?

• Passion for security and compliance with an always-learning mindset. 

• Natural leader who enjoys coaching others and driving team success. 

• Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative environments. 

• A strategic thinker who can balance long-term security goals with the company's business priorities. 

• Detail-oriented and driven by delivering measurable impact. 

Are you driven by desire to be part of a globally renowned institution that celebrates innovation, embraces inclusion, and empowers learners? Then, we invite you to Pursue your Potential with us. 

Applications received through the system will be reviewed on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested, tailor-fit your CV (advantageous if you submit one with a Cover Letter) and submit as early as possible.