25B Information Technology Specialist

National Guard; Northfield (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Information Technology Specialist, where you will enhance your skills in managing complex technologies. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn while earning a paycheck, allowing you to develop essential IT skills in a supportive environment. You'll be responsible for maintaining networks, troubleshooting systems, and constructing robust firewalls to protect vital data. With comprehensive training, including Basic and Advanced Individual Training, you'll be well-prepared for a rewarding civilian career in IT. Embrace the chance to grow your career while serving your country and gaining valuable experience.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Paid Training

Regular Paycheck

Qualifications

• Maintenance of networks, hardware, and software.
• Provide customer and network administration services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot systems supporting military logistics.
• Build firewalls to protect against cyberattacks.

Skills

Computer Science Interest

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Computer Installation Experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computer Consoles

Networking Hardware

Software Applications

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.