(U.S NAVY - Entry Level) Information Technology Specialist

This is a job skill that is performed in the US Navy or Navy Reserves as a Sailor. Enlisting is required and will undergo pre-qualifying questions, an interview, an academic test, and a physical.

This is an initial entry job skill, no experience necessary. The US Navy will prove you paid training and schooling to gain knowledge.

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

https://www.cool.navy.mil/usn/enlisted/it.htm

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 Navy jobs are best for you.

Ages 17-39

TRAINING:
Job training for an information technology specialist requires 8 weeks of Basic Military Training and 24 weeks of schooling learning (Microsoft, Cisco, and Oracle software and hardware fundamentals, ADP, security, system theory and operation)

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 the installation of computers.

COMPENSATION:
Total compensation includes housing allowance, medical, dental, Food allowance, special pay, vacation time, retirement, TSP/401k. Learn more about total compensation.

EARN CASH FOR IN-DEMAND JOBS:
You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Navy Jobs. Visit Jobs in Demand to see if this job qualifies for an enlistment bonus.

EDUCATION BENEFITS:
In the Navy, 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.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay
• Signing bonus

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely:

• No