System Administrator (AWS) 

Internal Job Title: System Administrator 

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, 3PM to 11PM Manila time, plus additional overlaps with UK operating hours where necessary. 

Employment type: Permanent 

Location: Makati City, Metro Manila 

Pay range: ₱62,000 to ₱84,000 

We value transparency and want to ensure a good fit for both parties. We encourage applicants who are comfortable with this salary range 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 an experienced System Administrator to work with a suite of AWS hosted servers and to support a UK-based team of developers and creators. You will create, manage, and monitor servers hosted on AWS to provide the best possible service for our customers. 

Why Cambridge?  

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-renowned not-for-profit academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the prestigious University of Cambridge. With a legacy rooted in over 800 years of educational excellence, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of learners and educators across the globe. 

Joining Cambridge's second largest global office in the Philippines —operating for over 22 years with 1,300+ colleagues— means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. We are recognised as a Great Place to Work® for three consecutive years, reflecting our inclusive culture, strong sense of purpose, and commitment to the professional growth and well-being of our people. At Cambridge, we don't just publish books or deliver tests—we empower progress, inspire curiosity, and champion the pursuit of knowledge. 

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 a Systems Administrator  

Reporting to the IT Manager, your accountabilities will include: 

• Monitoring servers, application containers, and networks hosted on AWS. 
• Resolving technical issues efficiently and effectively. 
• Collaborating and sharing knowledge in the Insight IT Team. 
• Maintaining accurate records of any work/changes you have undertaken. 
• Collaborating with other departments to find solutions. 
• Contributing to large-scale projects by ensuring comprehensive reporting, KPI tracking, and effective data communication 

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

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role? 

An ideal candidate has the following qualities: 
Essential: 

• Strong understanding of core AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, and IAM  
• Cloud architecture knowledge, including scalable, fault-tolerant design and networking concepts like subnets and routing  
• Security and compliance expertise, including IAM policies, encryption and security groups. 
• Performance monitoring and tuning to ensure system health.  
• Cost optimisation and resource efficiency, identifying underutilised resources and implementing cost-saving best practices.  

Desirable: 

• Proficiency in Windows and Linux server management and optimisation. 
• Automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) skills using tools like CloudFormation, AWS CLI, and Terraform 
• Backup, disaster recovery, and resilience planning, including AWS Backup and multiregional approaches. 
• Ability to present complex ideas verbally and a strong proficiency with Microsoft Teams. 

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. The vacancy may close 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. 

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