Information Technology Specialist (25B)

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.

Helpful Skills

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

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