Network Engineer
India · Mid Level
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First posted Sep 28, 2026
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Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website (monks.com/careers).
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.
- Experience with fiber optic networks at various speeds.
- Deep knowledge of DNS, DHCP, routing and switching, and routing protocols including OSPF and BGP.
- Strong network troubleshooting and documentation skills.
- Experience with network monitoring tools, preferably Zabbix and LibreNMS.
- Fluent spoken and written English.
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and time management skills.
- The ability to learn quickly, share knowledge, and adapt to new technologies.
- Self-motivation, attention to detail, and a calm, balanced approach under pressure.
Not a Must but a Plus:
- Intermediate Linux experience, including an understanding of how Linux systems work.
- Knowledge of Windows operating systems and services, including Active Directory, Certificate Authority, and NPS.
- Experience with virtualization.
- Experience writing scripts for administration and automation, preferably in Python.
At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission.
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About Monks
Monks is the global, digital-first, data-driven, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc, where our culture centers on how we show up for the work and for one another. That begins with the commitment to strive for mastery—taking deep pride in our craft and creating work that sets the bar. In everyday execution, we drive momentum by choosing bold action rather than waiting for certainty. Above all, our teams are stronger together, bringing diverse perspectives into a unified team that communicates with clarity, trust, and mutual respect.
This commitment to craft and innovation translates directly into widespread industry acclaim: Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services and a leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Global Digital Marketing Agencies. It ranks among Cannes Lions' Top 10 Creative Companies (2022-25) and remains the only partner featured in AdExchanger’s Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020-24). Named Adweek’s first AI Agency of the Year (2023) and The One Show’s inaugural AI Pioneer Organization (2025), Monks was also awarded Business Intelligence Group’s 2026 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Award in the Human-Machine Interaction Team category. Additionally, Monks.Flow earned AI-based Marketing Solution of the Year at the 2026 AI Breakthrough Awards and a 2026 Global Generative AI Award in the Agentic Marketing Innovation category. Finally, Monks achieved a record-breaking number of FWAs and continues to hold the most of any partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us.
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