25B Information Technology Specialist

National Guard; Camp Douglas (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Information Technology Specialist, where you will gain hands-on experience with complex technologies while earning a paycheck. This role offers the unique opportunity to learn vital IT skills, including network maintenance and system troubleshooting, all while serving your community. With comprehensive training that includes Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training, you will be well-prepared for a rewarding civilian career in IT. Embrace the chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment and make a difference in the field of technology.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Regular Pay During Training

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Learn to maintain networks, hardware, and software systems.
• Develop skills in planning, designing, and testing computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for sending, receiving, and processing data on networks.
• Maintain and troubleshoot systems supporting military logistics.

Skills

Computer Science Interest

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Computer Installation Experience

Education

High School Diploma

Basic Soldiering Skills Training

Tools

Computer Consoles

Peripheral Equipment

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

1. Maintenance of networks, hardware, and software
2. Provide customer and network administration services
3. Construct, edit, and test computer programs

Some of the Skills You’ll Learn

1. Use of computer consoles and peripheral equipment
2. Computer systems concepts
3. Planning, designing, and testing computer systems

Helpful Skills

1. Interest in computer science
2. Strong attention to detail
3. Ability to communicate effectively
4. 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.