Overview

Information technology specialists are responsible for maintaining, processing and troubleshooting military computer systems/operations.

Job Duties

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

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training

Job training for an information technology specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Use of computer consoles and peripheral equipment
  
• Computer systems concepts
  
• Planning, designing and testing computer systems

Helpful Skills

• Interest in computer science
  
• Attention to detail
  
• Ability to communicate effectively
  
• Experience in installation of computers

Required ASVAB Score(s)

Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.

Compensation

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

Education Benefits

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

Future Civilian Careers

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a network support technician, data-processing technician or computer programmer.