Information Systems Operator (IT Specialist)New Zealand Defence Force – Manawatu CountyWith excellent training in the operation of sophisticated computer systems, this is an IT job unlike any in the civilian world. As part of your training you will initially receive a Diploma, and later a Bachelors in Information and Communication Technology. All while getting paid and experiencing the best the Army has to offer.Service ArmySpecialisation Intelligence, IT and CommunicationsLocation Palmerston North | ChristchurchStarting Trade Training $64,177About the roleFor future intakes, you will join the Army as an IT Specialist, before branching into a specific trade towards the end of Signals Corps training: Either Information Systems Operator, Electronic Warfare Operator, Information Management Specialist, Radio Frequency Technician or Systems Engineer.As an Information Systems Operator (ISOP) your role is to provide technical IT support to the NZ Army's Communication Information Systems (CIS) fleet.In this role, you will work in a team environment, often in high pressure situations. You will ensure integral communication systems are established and maintained to support our personnel in achieving their tasks.During your training you will be taught to establish and maintain computer networks. From client laptops and user support, to local area networks and server hardware, you will be able to design, build, configure, and maintain the IT equipment used by the Army.Job on baseYour day to day activities will involve working as a member in a Communications Access Node (CAN) Detachment. You will be responsible for installing and administrating operating systems on laptops, computers, servers, and networks. Additionally, as an applications specialist your role may see you working face to face with users or over the phone from a support desk. You will also conduct training to stay proficient in soldiering skills such as physical fitness, weapon handling, first aid and general teamwork.Job on deploymentDeployments of NZ Army personnel will almost always require our own communication networks. As such, Information Systems Operators are highly deployable, and are deployed in a variety of overseas missions and exercises. Whilst on deployment you can expect to work alongside personnel from other nations militaries, as well as the Navy and Air Force. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the NZ Army's computer networks and equipment and providing support to users when required.Career progression and trainingYour trade training includes a mixture of Army courses, on the job training and tertiary study, spanning over an approximate seven year period. Courses to progress your career will vary in content. Trade specific coursing will focus on your individual technical skills as an ISOP. Promotion coursing will focus on your personal communication, decision making and leadership ability. Further coursing will develop your ability to make technical and tactical decisions so that you can provide the right communications solutions at the right time, to the right people. Your training will also include tertiary study at Universal College of Learning (UCOL) in Palmerston North. You will initially receive a Diploma in IT Technical support. Later in your career, a Bachelor of Information & Communications Technology, majoring in Systems Administration.Entry requirementsYou must be at least 18 years of age upon completion of recruit course (basic training)You must have been a NZ Citizen for a minimum of 10 yearsComplete a 10 year background history check that can be checked with the New Zealand authorities to obtain high level security clearanceYou must be able to obtain a TSV security clearanceYou must be medically fit for service.You must meet the minimum entry fitness standards.Ready to start your Army career?
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