25B Information Technology Specialist

National Guard
US - Alabama - Anniston
June 18, 2024
IT

If you've ever considered a job in IT, become an Information Technology Specialist in the Army National Guard and expand your skills and experience with complex technologies. In this role, you will be responsible for sending, receiving, and processing messages and data on the Guard's sophisticated networks. You will also maintain and troubleshoot the systems that support the military's logistics and classified data, and build firewalls that can withstand any attempted cyberattack.

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

Some of the Skills You'll Learn
Use of computer consoles and peripheral equipment
Computer systems concepts
Planning, designing, and testing computer systems

Helpful Skills
Interest in computer science
Strong attention to detail
Ability to communicate effectively
Experience in installation of computers

Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career working as a network support technician, data processing technician, or computer programmer in just about any company that uses computers.

Earn While You Learn
Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to learn. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Job training for an Information Technology Specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT) with classroom instruction.

Benefits/RequirementsBenefits

Paid training
A monthly paycheck
Montgomery GI Bill
Federal and State tuition assistance
Retirement benefits for part-time service
Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
401(k)-type savings plan
Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)
Health care benefits available
VA home loans
Bonuses, if applicable
Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change

Requirements

Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.

Other Job InformationJob ID: 118
ZIP Code: 36205
Job Category: Technology and Networking
Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 IT Computer electrical
Associated topics: equipment, infrastructure, ip, maintenance, network, satcom, satellite, server, system technician, technician

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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