Information Technology Specialist

Army Recruiting Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full tuition scholarships

Bonuses up to $40,000

Paid training and certifications

Job summary

A military recruiting organization is seeking candidates for an entry-level Information Technology Specialist position. This role offers comprehensive training to maintain and troubleshoot military computer systems, with no prior experience required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders and should possess a high school diploma or equivalent. The position offers a competitive salary between $40,000 and $80,000, along with potential bonuses and extensive education benefits for continued learning.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder (I-551).
• Age 17–34; ages 35–39 may qualify with a waiver.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug screening.
• Must be in good physical health.
• Minimum ASVAB Skilled Technical (ST) score: 95.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Interest in computer science

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Experience installing computers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Information Technology Specialist – U.S. Army (Entry-Level, No Experience Needed)

Full-time | Part-time | Contract | Paid Training | U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Required.

Join the U.S. Army as an Information Technology Specialist and gain hands‑on experience maintaining, processing, and troubleshooting military computer systems. No prior experience needed—complete training and certifications provided.

Overview

Information Technology Specialists maintain networks, hardware, and software. They provide customer and network administration and develop, test, and edit computer programs.

Job Duties

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

Training

• 10 weeks Basic Combat Training.
• 20 weeks Advanced Individual Training with on‑the‑job instruction.
• Learn to use computer consoles and peripheral equipment.
• Understand computer systems concepts.
• Plan, design, and test computer systems.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder (I-551).
• Age 17–34; ages 35–39 may qualify with a waiver.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug screening.
• Must be in good physical health.
• Minimum ASVAB Skilled Technical (ST) score: 95.

Helpful Skills

• Interest in computer science.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experience installing computers.

Compensation

• $40,000–$80,000 per year.
• Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time.

Bonuses

• Earn up to $40,000 in enlistment bonuses for in‑demand jobs.

Education Benefits

• Full tuition scholarships, book allowances, and living stipends for qualified students.

Future Civilian Careers

• Network support technician.
• Data‑processing technician.
• Computer programmer.

Army PaYS Program

• Guaranteed job interviews with military‑friendly employers after service.
• Partners include AAI Corporation, Eaton Corporation, L‑3 Communications, Comcast, Cisco Systems, CDW, Cox Communications, and T‑Mobile.

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract.
• Work Authorization: United States (Required).
• Contract Renewal: Possible.
• Schedule: Other.
• Additional Compensation: Bonuses.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required).

Apply now to start a career in Information Technology with the U.S. Army and build valuable skills for the future.