Computer Network Support Specialists (17C)

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and become a Cyber Operations Specialist (17C). You’ll use your cyber security skills to defend the Army’s crucial and complex weapons systems, which include satellites, navigation, and aviation systems against both foreign and domestic cyber threats. You’ll maintain dominance in both offensive and defensive cyberspace operations and respond to adversary attacks, while enabling commanders to gain an advantage in cyberspace by targeting adversary activities and capabilities. This is not a civilian contractor position.

No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card;
• 17 to 34 Years Old;
• High School Diploma or GED;
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines;
• No Major Law Violations;
• No Medical Concerns.

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS:

• 105 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available;
• 10 weeks of Basic Training;
• 45 weeks of Advanced Individual Training;
• 110 ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT);
• 112 ASVAB Score: Skilled Technical (ST).

SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN:

• Computer Systems & Networks;
• Technical Procedures;
• Cyber Operations.

BENEFITS:

Financial Benefits:

• Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses.
• Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more.
• Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment.

Healthcare:

• Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE.
• Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services.

Education:

• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty.
• GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
• Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans.

Housing and Living:

• Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing.
• On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations.
• Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores.

Career and Training:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
• Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields.

Family Support:

• Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare.
• Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing.

Retirement and Veterans Benefits:

• Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service.
• VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans.

Recreation and Leisure:

• Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities.