Network Engineer
NAWEC invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced Gambian nationals for the position of Network Engineer, responsible for secure, reliable, and high-performing network infrastructure across the organisation, with particular emphasis on Cambium Networks and FortiGate solutions.
Position Summary
| Position | Network Engineer |
| Role Purpose | Responsible for implementing, configuring, monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting secure, reliable, and high-performing network infrastructure across the organisation. The role focuses on the administration and optimisation of Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), wireless networks, and firewall systems, with particular emphasis on Cambium Networks and FortiGate solutions. |
| Eligibility | Suitably qualified and experienced Gambian nationals |
| Salary | Grade D of NAWEC’s integrated pay scale |
| Closing Date | 18th November 2026 |
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Network Infrastructure
Configure and support routers, switches, VLANs, trunking, routing, DHCP, DNS, NAT, ACLs, VPNs, redundancy, high availability, and failover.
Cambium Wireless
Deploy and maintain PtP/PtMP links, access points, radios, and management platforms; conduct site surveys, link planning, alignment, optimisation, and interference troubleshooting.
FortiGate Security
Administer firewall policies, NAT, routing, VLANs, security profiles, IPsec/SSL VPNs, HA, firmware, backups, recovery, logs, security events, and threat monitoring.
Monitoring and Incident Response
Track performance, bandwidth, availability, and capacity; resolve outages, latency, packet loss, connectivity, and security incidents; perform root-cause analysis.
Documentation and Coordination
Maintain network diagrams, configurations, incident and maintenance records, and technical reports; coordinate with ISPs and third-party vendors.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, IT, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
- Strong hands-on Cisco and Huawei networking experience, including enterprise routers and Layer 2/Layer 3 switches
- Solid command of TCP/IP, IPv4, VLANs, routing and switching, DHCP, DNS, NAT, VPNs, monitoring, troubleshooting, and network security
- Practical expertise with Cambium wireless equipment and PtP/PtMP deployments, plus FortiGate policies, VPNs, security profiles, routing, and HA
- Ability to diagnose complex network and wireless issues independently and produce clear documentation and technical reports
- Certifications: CCNA/CCNP, Fortinet NSE, Cambium Networks, CompTIA Network+, or other relevant networking, wireless, or cybersecurity credentials
- Competencies: analytical problem-solving, sound judgment under pressure, teamwork and independence, clear communication, attention to detail, multitasking, and commitment to availability, security, and service reliability
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter and your updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) to recruitment@nawec.gm.
Applications must clearly state the position being applied for in the subject line.
Deadline: 18th November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.