MOS 25B Information Technology Specialist
MOS Description
The Information Technology Specialist installs, operates and maintains computer systems and information technology (IT) networks. Performs system administration (SA) and maintains computers and servers within the computing environment (CE) and the network environment (NE). Performs network administration (NA); installs, configures and maintains network equipment within the network. Installs, operates, and maintains commercial off the shelf (COTS) equipment (i.e. routers, switches, desktop and laptop computers). Provides SA to Tactical Battle Command Servers (TBC Server) in the tactical operations center (TOC). Provides SA and direct support for Content Management. Performs Information Assurance (IA), provides the security services and attributes of availability, authentication, confidentiality, integrity and non-repudiation; Network Operations (NETOPS) Service Desk Management, which includes incident and problem processing, change request processing, availability management and user interaction. Assists in the planning, configuration, management, and monitoring of the wide area network (WAN). Performs Communications Security (COMSEC) Account Management (CAM) IAW AR 380-4. For more information on MOS 25B, see this Army website.

National Certifications
You selected Early Career—this applies to Soldiers in paygrades E1-E4. To help you focus on the credentials most appropriate for early in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show Skill Level 1 certifications that are eligible for promotion points. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and may award promotion points. They also help prepare you for civilian employment for when you do transition out.
You selected Mid-Career-- this applies to Soldiers in paygrades E4-E6. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show Skill Level 2 and 3 certifications that are eligible for promotion points. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and may award promotion points. They also help prepare you for civilian employment for when you do transition out.
You chose Late Career-- this applies to Soldiers in paygrades E7-E9. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show Skill Level 4 and 5 certifications that are eligible for promotion points. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and may award promotion points. They also help prepare you for civilian employment for when you do transition out.
You chose Transitioning-- this applies to Soldiers who are not reenlisting and are planning their next steps. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining a credential can help prepare you for civilian employment, and can demonstrate knowledge and skills in a way civilian employers understand. Explore your funding options to learn what may be covered and what you may have to pay for out of pocket.
As a transitioning Soldier, you may also want to visit the Army's Soldier for Life - Transition Assistance Program for other guidance regarding re-entering the civilian workforce.
You chose Promotion-Seeking-- this applies to Soldiers who plan to stay in the Army and who are actively working on advancement. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show certifications with promotion points that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and may award promotion points. They also help prepare you for civilian employment for when you do transition out.
You chose Veteran-- veterans are any former Service member who has been discharged from active duty military service. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
COOL does not pay for credentialing exams for veterans, but you may be able to get your credential funded through the GI Bill. Explore your funding options to see what funding may be available to you. Also, visit our page of Related Sites and expand the Resource Sites For Veterans section to see what other resources may be available to you
The following civilian credentials are related to MOS 25B. These credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these credentials, click on the credential title below.
For supervisory and managerial credentials, please refer to the Manager (All enlisted E-5 and above) page.
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Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Computer Service Technician (CST) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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CompTIA A+ ce
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Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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Network Systems Technician (NST) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+) Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Linux+ Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Network+ ce
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Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Server+
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Software Quality Engineer Certification (CSQE)
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American Society for Quality (ASQ) | ![]() |
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Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA)
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Check Point Software Technologies, Inc. | ![]() |
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Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) Is Not In Demand | Check Point Software Technologies, Inc. | ![]() |
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Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
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ISACA | ![]() |
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Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
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International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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Certified Linux Administrator (LPIC-1)
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Linux Professional Institute (LPI) | ![]() |
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Certified Linux Engineer (LPIC-2) Is Not In Demand | Linux Professional Institute (LPI) | ![]() |
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Linux Enterprise Professional Certification (LPIC-3) Is Not In Demand | Linux Professional Institute (LPI) | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
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Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Certified Internet Web Professional (CIW) Web Foundations Associate Is Not In Demand | Certified Internet Web Professional Program (CIW) | ![]() |
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Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
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Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA)
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Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) | ![]() |
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Certified Wireless Network Expert (CWNE)
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Certified Wireless Network Trainer (CWNT) Is Not In Demand | Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
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Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
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GIAC Certified UNIX Security Administrator (GCUX)
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GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Security Expert (GSE) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
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GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA)
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Network Computer Technician (NCT) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Data Cabling Installer (DCI) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
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GIAC Certified Forensics Analyst (GCFA)
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GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC)
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Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
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Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security
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GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP) Is Not In Demand | International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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CERT - Certified Computer Security Incident Handler (CSIH) Is Not In Demand | CERT - Software Engineering Institute | ![]() |
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Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP)
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Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (CISSP-ISSEP) Is Not In Demand | International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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ITIL Foundation Level Is Not In Demand | AXELOS | ![]() |
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CyberSecurity Forensic Analyst (CSFA) Is Not In Demand | CyberSecurity Institute | ![]() |
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Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) Is Not In Demand | International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) | ![]() |
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Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
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GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks (GAWN) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Certified Security Analyst (ECSA)
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Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) Is Not In Demand | International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP)
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Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) | ![]() |
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GIAC Law of Data Security and Investigations (GLEG) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
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ISACA | ![]() |
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Broadband Premises Technician (BPT) Is Not In Demand | Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) | ![]() |
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Broadband Premises Expert (BPE) Is Not In Demand | Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) | ![]() |
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Certified Wireless Design Professional (CWDP) Is Not In Demand | Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) | ![]() |
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Certified Wireless Analysis Professional (CWAP) Is Not In Demand | Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) Is Not In Demand | Cisco Systems, Inc. | ![]() |
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Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Professional
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Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security
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GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN)
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Broadband Voice over Internet Protocol (B-VoIP) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
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Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
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International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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Data Center Design Consultant (DCDC) Is Not In Demand | BICSI | ![]() |
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CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
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Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP) Is Not In Demand | Apple Computer, Inc. | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
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Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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Oracle Certified Associate, Oracle Solaris 11 System Administrator Is Not In Demand | Oracle Corporation | ![]() |
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Oracle Certified Professional, Solaris 11 System Administrator Is Not In Demand | Oracle Corporation | ![]() |
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Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Associate Is Not In Demand | Oracle Corporation | ![]() |
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Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional Is Not In Demand | Oracle Corporation | ![]() |
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Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
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ISACA | ![]() |
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Certified Information Professional (CIP) Is Not In Demand | Association for Information and Image Management (AIIM) | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE)
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CompTIA Cloud+ ce
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Business Class Services Specialist (BCSS) Is Not In Demand | Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) | ![]() |
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GIAC Mobile Device Security Analyst (GMOB) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified Network Professional Collaboration (CCNP Collaboration)
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Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert Collaboration (CCIE Collaboration)
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Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) Is Not In Demand | Red Hat, Inc. | ![]() |
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Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) Is Not In Demand | Linux Foundation | ![]() |
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Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE) Is Not In Demand | Linux Foundation | ![]() |
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Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) Is Not In Demand | International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) | ![]() |
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Certified Broadcast Networking Engineer (CBNE) Is Not In Demand | Society of Broadcast Engineers, Inc (SBE) | ![]() |
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GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Critical Controls Certification (GCCC) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH) Is Not In Demand | International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) | ![]() |
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ITIL Master Certification Is Not In Demand | AXELOS | ![]() |
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Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) Is Not In Demand | International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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Citrix Certified Associate - Virtualization (CCA - V) Is Not In Demand | Citrix Systems Incorporated | ![]() |
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Citrix Certified Professional - Virtualization (CCP-V) Is Not In Demand | Citrix Systems Incorporated | ![]() |
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Citrix Certified Expert - Virtualization (CCE-V) Is Not In Demand | Citrix Systems Incorporated | ![]() |
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Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 Programmer
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Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 8 Programmer
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Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Master Is Not In Demand | Oracle Corporation | ![]() |
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NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer - Data Protection Specialist (NCIE-DP) Is Not In Demand | NetApp, Inc. | ![]() |
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NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer - SAN Specialist, ONTAP Is Not In Demand | NetApp, Inc. | ![]() |
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NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer - SAN Specialist, E-Series Is Not In Demand | NetApp, Inc. | ![]() |
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NetApp Certified Data Administrator, ONTAP Is Not In Demand | NetApp, Inc. | ![]() |
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Cisco NetApp FlexPod Implementation and Administration Specialist Is Not In Demand | NetApp, Inc. | ![]() |
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Cisco NetApp FlexPod Design Specialist Is Not In Demand | NetApp, Inc. | ![]() |
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F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Technology Specialist in LTM (F5-CTS, LTM) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Technology Specialist, BIG-IP DNS (F5-CTS, BIG-IP DNS) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Technology Specialist in ASM (F5-CTS, ASM) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Technology Specialist in APM (F5-CTS, APM) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Solution Expert (F5-CSE) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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Professional Software Developer Certification (PSD) Is Not In Demand | IEEE Computer Society | ![]() |
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Professional Software Engineering Process Master Certification (PSEPM) Is Not In Demand | IEEE Computer Society | ![]() |
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Professional Software Engineering Master Certification (PSEM) Is Not In Demand | IEEE Computer Society | ![]() |
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Associate Software Developer Certification Is Not In Demand | IEEE Computer Society | ![]() |
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Software Quality and Maintenance Associate Engineer Certification Is Not In Demand | IEEE Computer Society | ![]() |
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Software Engineering Management Associate Engineer Certification Is Not In Demand | IEEE Computer Society | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Developer - Associate Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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CyberSec First Responder (CFR) Is Not In Demand | CertNexus (formerly Logical Operations) | ![]() |
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Information Technology Security (ITS) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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RESILIA Foundation Level Is Not In Demand | AXELOS | ![]() |
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Red Hat Certified Virtualization Administrator (RHCVA) Is Not In Demand | Red Hat, Inc. | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate Is Not In Demand | Cisco Systems, Inc. | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2013 Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Expert on Microsoft Office 2013 Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Master on Microsoft Office 2013 Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 Master Specialist Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Detection Analyst (GCDA) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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CompTIA PenTest+ Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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Adobe Certified Expert: Adobe Experience Manager Forms Developer Is Not In Demand | Adobe Systems Incorporated | ![]() |
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Adobe Certified Expert: Adobe Advertising Cloud Search Business Practitioner Is Not In Demand | Adobe Systems Incorporated | ![]() |
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Adobe Certified Master: Adobe Campaign Classic Architect Is Not In Demand | Adobe Systems Incorporated | ![]() |
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Adobe Certified Expert: Adobe Campaign Classic Business Practitioner Is Not In Demand | Adobe Systems Incorporated | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Network Virtualization Deployment 2020 (VCAP-NV Deploy 2020) Is Not In Demand | VMware, Inc | ![]() |
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VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Network Virtualization Design 2020 (VCAP-NV Design 2020) Is Not In Demand | VMware, Inc | ![]() |
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VMware Certified Design Expert - Network Virtualization 2020 (VCDX-NV 2020) Is Not In Demand | VMware, Inc | ![]() |
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VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Cloud Management and Automation Design 2020 (VCAP-CMA Design 2020) Is Not In Demand | VMware, Inc | ![]() |
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VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Cloud Management and Automation Deploy 2020 (VCAP-CMA Deploy 2020) Is Not In Demand | VMware, Inc | ![]() |
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VMware Certified Professional - Desktop and Mobility 2020 (VCP-DTM 2020) Is Not In Demand | VMware, Inc | ![]() |
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VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Desktop and Mobility Design 2020 (VCAP-DTM Design 2020) Is Not In Demand | VMware, Inc | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Is Not In Demand | Cisco Systems, Inc. | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise Is Not In Demand | Cisco Systems, Inc. | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Enterprise Infrastructure Is Not In Demand | Cisco Systems, Inc. | ![]() |
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Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified Power Platform Fundamentals Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure for SAP Workloads Specialty Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Customer Service Functional Consultant Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Field Service Functional Consultant Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Finance Functional Consultant Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Marketing Functional Consultant Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Sales Functional Consultant Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Functional Consultant Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Power Apps + Dynamics 365 Developer Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Associate (Office 365 and Office 2019) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel Associate (Excel and Excel 2019) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Expert (Office 365 and Office 2019) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Excel 2016 Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access 2016 Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Outlook 2016 Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Word 2016 Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): PowerPoint Associate (PowerPoint and PowerPoint 2019) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Power Apps + Dynamics 365 Solutions Architect Expert Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft 365 Certified: Developer Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365: Finance and Operations Apps Developer Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Outlook Associate (Outlook and Outlook 2019) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Access Expert (Access and Access 2019) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure IoT Developer Specialty Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365: Finance and Operations Apps Solution Architect Expert Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Power Platform App Maker Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 + Power Platform Solution Architect Expert Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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State Licensure
Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Apprenticeship
The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) is a formal military training program that provides active duty and Full Time Support (FTS) Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Service members the opportunity to improve their job skills and to complete their civilian apprenticeship requirements while they are on active duty. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides the nationally recognized "Certificate of Completion" upon program completion.
USMAP enhances your job skills and shows your motivation for more challenging military assignments. Having a DOL Certificate of Completion is an advantage in getting better civilian jobs since employers know the value of apprenticeships.
The following USMAP apprenticeship trades are related to MOS 25B Information Technology Specialist:
Completing an apprenticeship is a process with four major steps. Proceed to Step 1 on the USMAP website to select an apprenticeship trade that is related to your military occupation.
Related Civilian Occupations
The following civilian occupations are similar to the duties performed by MOS 25B-Information Technology Specialist. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below. To search for related civilian job opportunities, go to the Veteran’s Employment Center.
Civilian Job | Duties Matched | Bright Outlook | Registered Apprenticeship | Local Salary Info | |
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Computer and Information Systems Managers |
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Related Federal Occupations
The following federal occupations are similar to MOS 25B-Information Technology Specialist. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below.
Other Career Considerations
A wide range of civilian job opportunities is available within the private and public sectors that align with MOS 25B Information Technology Specialist military training and experience. More information about these opportunities and other considerations concerning occupations related to MOS 25B can be found below.
Cyber Security
Cyber Security
There are opportunities to use cyber security skills in the law enforcement field. Information on cyber security in the federal workforce can be found on the following agency websites:
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
2020: IT Specialist
Overview: This job series covers positions responsible for providing support, guidance, and expertise in various Information Technology (IT) functions. Specialty areas include IT Policy Planning, Information Security, Customer Support, Network Services, Enterprise Architecture, Systems Analyst, Applications Software, Operating Systems, Data Management, Internet and Systems Administration. Work performed by the IT specialist varies and is dependent on the job field of each IT specialist.
Duties at CBP: Work within this job series requires an Information Technology (IT) Specialist to perform a variety of duties that involve knowledge of a wide variety of IT application, systems, and methods; ability to apply methods and practices for troubleshooting IT system issues to include issues such as network, database, customer inquiries, and knowledge of IT system security regulations, policies and procedures. Typical work assignments vary based on parenthetical/job fields listed above but duties may include:
- Providing advice and guidance on a wide range and variety of IT issues;
- Planning, analyzing, developing, implementing, maintaining and enhancing information systems security programs, policies, procedures and tools;
- Assisting in the installation and integration of system patches, repairs, updates, and enhancements to ensure the delivery of IT services;
- Installing, configuring, integrating, troubleshooting, optimizing and maintaining customer hardware and software to maximize system availability and monitors network performance.
Locations: Various; DC Metro Area
Intelligence and Defense Careers
The IntelligenceCareers.gov website provides a portal to information on intelligence and defense related career opportunities to explore.
Troops to Tech
Troops to Tech Careers is a program created by CompTIA to provide opportunities and resources for Veterans interested in a career in the information technology (IT) field. Troops to Tech Careers is a collaboration between CompTIA, educational institutions and training organizations, and corporate employers to provide Veterans with an opportunity to Learn-Certify-Work. Veterans can locate education and training centers nationwide that will help them plan an IT career pathway and identify training courses they may need to prepare for a related IT certification. On the employer side, Troops to Tech Careers maintains a corporate registry listing companies that have made a commitment to prioritize hiring IT certified Veterans. Additional information about the program can be found at the Troops to Tech Careers website.
In addition to obtaining certifications in your field, advanced education is another way to enhance job performance.
Continuing Education
Enlisted Soldiers and Warrant Officers can review Associate and Bachelor degrees in their assigned military discipline, technical field, or leadership to assist in a clear pathway to completing a degree.
For help in making informed choices on schools and education programs when using tuition assistance, see: