Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Enlistment is required for this position. 

To become an enlisted Soldier in the U.S. Army, you must be:

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien
• In good physical condition
• In good moral standing
• A high school graduate or equivalent

 

This is a job skill that is performed in the US Army or Army Reserves as a Soldier. Enlisting is required and will undergo pre-qualifying questions, an interview, an academic test, and a physical. This is an initial entry job skill, no experience necessary. The US Army will send you to the school to learn the job and get the necessary certifications.

 

OVERVIEW:
Information technology specialists are responsible for maintaining, processing, and troubleshooting military computer systems/operations.

JOB DUTIES:

• Maintenance of networks, hardware, and software.
• Provide customer and network administration services.
• Construct, edit, and test computer programs.

REQUIREMENTS:
Those who want to serve must first take a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Ages 17-34; 35-39 Requires a Waiver.

TRAINING:
Job training for an information technology specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction.

 

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Use of computer consoles and peripheral equipment.
• Computer systems concepts.
• Planning, designing, and testing computer systems.

HELPFUL SKILLS:

• Interest in computer science.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience in the installation of computers.

REQUIRED ASVAB SCORE(S)Skilled Technical (ST): 95.
Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.

COMPENSATION:
Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

 

EARN CASH FOR IN-DEMAND JOBS:
You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties. Visit Jobs in Demand to see if this job qualifies for an enlistment bonus.

EDUCATION BENEFITS:
In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

 

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS:
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a network support technician, data-processing technician or computer programmer.

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PAYS) PROGRAM:
Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at

 

• AAI CORPORATION.
• EATON CORPORATION.
• L-3 Communications Linguist Operations & Technical Support.
• Comcast Cable Communications, Inc.
• CISCO SYSTEMS.
• CDW, LLC.
• CoxCom, Inc.
• T-Mobile.

 

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract.

 

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year.

 

Education:  High school or equivalent (Required).

Work authorization:  United States (Required).

Contract Renewal: Possible.

Additional Compensation:  Bonuses.

Schedule:  Other.

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