US Army Information Technology Specialist; 25B

Overview

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

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

• Must have an interest in joining the Army.
• 17 to 34 years old.
• Must be able to meet height/weight requirements
• No tattoos on hands, face, or above the neck (ring tattoos are acceptable)
• No history of a felony-level offense.
• No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service. (please feel free to ask specific questions).

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

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

Skilled Technical (ST): 95

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

You could earn up to $50K in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties.

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses.

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

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
• Cox Com, Inc.
• T-Mobile

Thank you!