Army MOS · IT & Cyber
25B Information Technology Specialist (Info Tech Spec)
Overview
An Information Technology Specialist installs, operates, maintains, and administers computer systems, servers, networks, routers, switches, and cable and wire communication systems. The specialist configures and monitors local area networks, supports digital management systems, manages communications security accounts, and performs cybersecurity, incident, problem, change, and availability management functions.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- systems administration
- network administration
- user account and access management
- hardware and software installation
- troubleshooting and diagnostics
- ticketing and incident handling
- patch and configuration management
- IT customer support
- documentation and change management
- information assurance compliance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Linux
- Microsoft PowerShell
- Splunk Enterprise
- Python
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Microsoft Azure software
- Atlassian JIRA
Civilian Career Paths
- Systems Administration
- Help Desk Support
- Network Engineering
- IT Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+ · Funded · Promotion points
- CompTIA Network+ · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
- CompTIA Security+ · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
Career Growth
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) · Funded · Promotion points · STAR
What the Work Involves
- Monitor systems for intrusions or denial of service attacks, and report security breaches to appropriate personnel.
- Identify or document backup or recovery plans.
- Identify, standardize, and communicate levels of access and security.
- Scan networks, using vulnerability assessment tools to identify vulnerabilities.
- Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.
Related Occupations
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
- Information Security Analysts
- Software Developers
- Database Administrators
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 25B. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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