Information Technology Specialist

About the Job

Information Technology Specialist - U.S. Army (Entry-Level, No Experience Needed)

Full-time | Part-time | Contract | Paid Training | U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Required.

Join the U.S. Army as an Information Technology Specialist and gain hands-on experience maintaining, processing, and troubleshooting military computer systems. No prior experience needed-complete training and certifications provided.

Overview:

Information Technology Specialists maintain networks, hardware, and software. They provide customer and network administration and develop, test, and edit computer programs.

Job Duties:

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

Training:

• 10 weeks Basic Combat Training.
• 20 weeks Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction.
• Learn to use computer consoles and peripheral equipment.
• Understand computer systems concepts.
• Plan, design, and test computer systems.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder (I-551).
• Age 17-34; ages 35-39 may qualify with a waiver.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug screening.
• Must be in good physical health.
• Minimum ASVAB Skilled Technical (ST) score: 95.

Helpful Skills:

• Interest in computer science.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experience installing computers.

Compensation:

• $40,000-$80,000 per year.
• Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

Bonuses:

• Earn up to $40,000 in enlistment bonuses for in-demand jobs.

Education Benefits:

• Full tuition scholarships, book allowances, and living stipends for qualified students.

Future Civilian Careers:

• Network support technician.
• Data-processing technician.
• Computer programmer.

Army PaYS Program:

• Guaranteed job interviews with military-friendly employers after service.
• Partners include AAI Corporation, Eaton Corporation, L-3 Communications, Comcast, Cisco Systems, CDW, Cox Communications, and T-Mobile.

Job Details:

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract.
• Work Authorization: United States (Required).
• Contract Renewal: Possible.
• Schedule: Other.
• Additional Compensation: Bonuses.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required).

Apply now to start a career in Information Technology with the U.S. Army and build valuable skills for the future.

About the Company

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