System Admin

Join to apply for the System Admin (Senior) role at Fleet Management Limited Fleet Management Training Institute Philippines, Inc. Our 30-year journey rides on the passion of over 27,000 seafarers and 1,000 onshore professionals. Today, we are one of the largest independent third-party ship management companies managing over 650+ diverse types of vessels. Headquartered in Hong Kong SAR, China, we operate on a global scale with 27 offices in 12 countries. Our client base spans over 100 world-class ship owners, including Fortune 500 companies from China, Greece, India, Japan, Korea, Netherlands, Norway, Turkey and the USA, among others. In a shore career at FLEET, you will be working with a team of a highly passionate, self-driven and committed group of people. We aim to be a place where you can achieve your full potential, regardless of your background. We are looking for individuals who are ambitious about making a strong contribution to FLEET’s short and long-term sustainable growth – whether you are dealing directly with clients or working in a role supporting the business, such as technology, legal or communications. Overview At Fleet Management, we’re not just managing ships — we’re revolutionising the maritime industry. Our cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions are transforming how the world’s cargo moves across the seas. With over 630 vessels under our care, 20+ global offices and 30 years of experience, we are building a fleet of possibilities. You will manage our system platforms across on‑premise and cloud solutions to ensure they are robust, secure and scalable. We’re seeking an energetic, passionate individual who brings new ideas to system administration and infrastructure to help keep Fleet moving forward. Responsibilities Strategic Design & Implementation: Lead AWS/Azure infrastructure design and deployment with internal teams and vendors, aligned with business and technical goals Active Directory (AD) Management: Optimise AD across locations—manage users, policies, permissions, and implement MFA and conditional access Cloud Optimisation: Use cloud-native tools and automation to improve performance and reduce costs without compromising security Server Administration: Maintain Windows/Linux servers—patching, updates, tuning, HA/DR readiness for critical systems Network Oversight: Configure and monitor Cisco Meraki networks; collaborate with cybersecurity on network hardening Proactive System Administration Security Leadership: Partner with Cybersecurity to enforce ISO 27001, NIST, CIS standards; conduct audits and vulnerability assessments in line with overall business goals Performance Monitoring: Use Prometheus/Grafana to identify bottlenecks; build dashboards for real-time metrics visibility Backup & Disaster Recovery: Manage backup and disaster recovery strategies for cloud/on-premise; test and validate procedures regularly Automation & Scripting: Build Python/PowerShell scripts to automate tasks; mentor juniors in automation best practices Driving Improvements and Changes Problem Management: Lead root cause analysis, implement fixes, and share insights to prevent recurring issues Project Leadership: Own infrastructure and user-facing projects; collaborate across teams for successful delivery Vendor Management: Participate in service reviews, negotiate contracts, and lead procurement for cost-effective solutions Team Leadership and Mentorship Mentorship: Guide junior staff, promote learning, and support professional growth within the team Collaboration & Communication: Serve as a technical expert, resolve complex issues cross-functionally, and communicate clearly with stakeholders Relationship INTERNAL: Daily interaction with all levels of organisation including remote workers, global office workers and vessel-board personnel. EXTERNAL: Vendors of IT equipment and services Job Experience, Functional Knowledge and Qualifications ESSENTIAL – You must be able to show … 8+ years in IT systems administration, with at least 3 years in a senior role managing enterprise-level Windows and Linux environments at scale (500+ end points) Direct experience of managing Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Entra – including PowerShell scripting Cloud administration in an AWS environment (as well as Google Cloud or Azure) Building / Managing of Linux instances (preferably CentOS or RedHat) Strong analysis skills – Proven ability to identify root causes, implement fixes, and lead improvements to boost system reliability and security Vendor Management – Track record of working with vendors to meet SLAs, negotiate contracts, and align solutions with business needs Hands-on use of tools like Endpoint Central to manage assets and automate tasks efficiently Skilled in designing Disaster Recovery and High Availability strategies for cloud and on-premise systems Skilled in automation using scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python) and tools like Ansible and/or Terraform Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English DESIRABLE – Would be great if you have these… Experience of handling updates on Meraki/Cisco or other next-gen firewalls and Linux instances Industry certifications in: Microsoft MCSE, Microsoft 365, AWS (Amazon Web Services), ITIL v3 or v4 Familiar with security standards such as ISO27001/NIST/CIS Database Administration – familiar with regular DBA tasks on Oracle, MySQL/MariaDB, etc Use of tools like Prometheus and Grafana to track metrics and optimize performance Ability to guide junior staff and promote learning and best practices Analysis and Problem Solving (Level 3): root cause analysis on complex problems; identify trends and propose solutions Listening and Communicating (Level 2); Collaboration, inclusion, and teamwork (Level 2); Customer focus (Level 2) Planning and organising (Level 3); Initiative (Level 2); Accountability (Level 2); Resilience and wellbeing (Level 2); Adaptability (Level 2) Fleet Management Limited is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local laws. Seniority level Executive Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, Boilers, Tanks, and Shipping Container Manufacturing, and Maritime Transportation Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Fleet Management Limited by 2x Get notified about new System Administrator jobs in Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines. #J-18808-Ljbffr