Assistant Network & Systems Administrator 209 views

Background

Gamswitch is recruiting an Assistant Network and Systems Administrator to support the maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of its national payment switch infrastructure. This is a critical technical role ensuring the high availability, security, and performance of the network and server environment that underpins The Gambia’s digital payment ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor network performance, uptime, and bandwidth usage across Gamswitch’s core and member-facing connections daily
• Administer physical and virtual servers (Windows Server, Linux/RHEL) and apply system patches per change management procedures
• Provide first-level support for network incidents, core business applications, and partner integrations
• Assist in implementing network security policies in line with PCI-DSS and Central Bank of The Gambia directives
• Manage user accounts, Active Directory, access rights, and enforce least-privilege access policies
• Execute and verify daily, weekly, and monthly backup routines and support disaster recovery testing
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, configuration records, server inventories, and SOPs

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or degree in IT, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field
• CompTIA Network+, CCNA (preferred), CompTIA Server+, Microsoft MCSA, or Linux LPIC-1 (preferred)
• 1–3 years in a network support or IT technician role, preferably in a financial or payments environment
• Skills in router, switch, and firewall management; Windows Server; Linux (Ubuntu/CentOS/RHEL)
• Experience with Active Directory, Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), backup tools, and database management
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and attention to detail; ability to work under pressure in a mission-critical environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience per Gamswitch’s approved compensation framework
• Opportunity to work at the heart of The Gambia’s national payment infrastructure
• On-the-job development and exposure to financial technology at a national scale

How to Apply

Submit your application online at:

https://www.gamswitch.com/careers/apply/assistant-network-systems-administrator