Network Engineer

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As a Network Engineer, you’ll manage network services across Monks’ global offices, with a primary focus on APAC. Based in Kuala Lumpur and working as part of a global team, you’ll lead regional network transformation, support reliable day-to-day operations, and manage projects independently with minimal supervision.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, adaptable, and collaborative, takes ownership of their work, and seeks opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.

Responsibilities:

• Lead network transformation initiatives across APAC, delivering upgrades and scalable network architecture.
• Manage tasks and projects independently, from planning through deployment.
• Administer Internet connectivity, LANs, dynamic routing, VPNs, firewalls, and Wi-Fi across Monks’ global sites.
• Resolve network incidents within established Service Level Agreements (SLAs), communicating clearly throughout.
• Maintain and administer network assets from our Kuala Lumpur office.
• Plan and deploy network changes, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Automate routine operational and maintenance tasks.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on network service performance.

About You

The essentials:

• Proven experience as a mid to senior Network Engineer, with the ability to drive regional network initiatives independently.
• A proactive approach to owning network stability, improvements, and project delivery.
• A track record of resolving network incidents within demanding SLAs.
• Relevant network and firewall certifications, preferably Fortinet NSE 4, 5, 6, 7, or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with Fortinet products, including FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiManager.
• Hands-on experience with wireless technologies, including Aruba Wireless, FortiAP, UniFi, and Extreme Networks.
• Hands-on experience with Juniper routers and switches.