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.

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.

Helpful Skills:

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

Compensation:

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

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.

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.

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

Job Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.