25B Information Technology Specialist

Army National Guard; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking aspiring IT professionals to join as Information Technology Specialists. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while earning a paycheck. You'll be trained in maintaining and troubleshooting sophisticated networks, ensuring data security, and building firewalls against cyber threats. With a focus on practical skills, you will also learn valuable concepts in computer systems and programming, preparing you for a rewarding civilian career in technology. Join a team where you can grow your skills and make a difference while enjoying numerous benefits and training opportunities.

Benefits

Paid training

Montgomery GI Bill

Federal and State tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Low-cost life insurance

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Bonuses, if applicable

Qualifications

• Must be at least a junior in high school or have a diploma/GED.
• Must pass a physical exam and meet legal/moral standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Computer systems concepts

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Installation of computers

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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 / Requirements

• 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.