Senior Network Engineer

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
: 4PM to 12MN Manila time, overlaps with UK operating hours

Employment type
: Fixed-term until 31 July 2026, starting as close to February 2026 as possible

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 104,000 to 142,000
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 highly engaged Senior Network Engineer to provide leadership in network engineering, specializing in the provisioning, implementation, support, and management of Cambridge University Press and Assessment's network infrastructure. The role involves working with the global Network Team to support enterprise-standard technologies, analyze medium to complex projects, design network solutions, deliver excellent customer service, and adhere to industry best practices and emerging trends.
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:

• HMO Coverage and Life Insurance on Day 1
• Paid Annual Leaves (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 Senior Network Engineer?

Reporting to the Network Operations Team Lead, your accountabilities will include:

• Collaborating across teams to design, plan, configure, build, optimize, and troubleshoot network infrastructure, ensuring security, resiliency, and performance.
• Acting as the final escalation point for internal network issues, coordinating resolutions with 3rd party vendors and suppliers.
• Leading knowledge transfers and mentoring mid/junior network engineers.
• Championing standards for network management and architecture, including auditing, monitoring, security hardening, and capacity planning.
• Overseeing network infrastructure for International and UK offices and Data Centres, ensuring link resiliency, load balancing, and connectivity.
• Supporting the Network Road Map, device life cycle management, and network capacity planning.
• Promoting continuous service improvement and addressing current and future skill gaps through training and development.

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 proven experience and knowledge on the following:

• Firewalls: CISCO FTD, CISCO CDFMC, CheckPoint
• LAN/WLAN: CISCO Catalyst 3650, 3850, 9300, 9200; Meraki MS series; WLC, APs
• Data Center & Load Balancing: Nexus 9K, Nexus 2K; F5 Big-IP (i4600, VE)
• Monitoring & Network Tools: Solarwinds, CISCO Prime, AlgoSec Firewall Analyzer, InfloBlox
• Cloud & Security: AWS, Azure, CloudFlare, FireEye, Guardicore
• Virtualization & Servers: VMWare, Citrix; Windows, Linux
• Automation/Scripting: Puppet, Bash, PowerShell, Python, Perl, Ruby,
• Telephony & Project Management: 8x8, MS Teams; JIRA, Confluence
• Ticketing & Windows Admin: IVANTI Service Management; AD, DNS, DHCP
• Certifications: CISCO, CheckPoint, F5, AWS, Azure, VMWare, Windows, ITIL, ISO 27001, Agile, Six Sigma (is a plus, hands-on experience and potential for growth is considered.)

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.