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This National Guard position is for a IT Specialist (Infosec/Network) (Title 32) (Permanent), Position Description Number D2341000 and is part of the VA 192 OG, National Guard. Learn more about this ...

Air National Guard Units

$75K - $98K/yr

This National Guard position is for a IT Specialist (Infosec/Network) (Title 32) (Permanent), Position Description Number D2341000 and is part of the VA 192 OG, National Guard. Learn more about this ...

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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for national guard tech in the United States is $16.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are National Guard Techs?

National Guard Techs, also known as National Guard Technicians, are federal employees who provide critical administrative, logistical, and technical support to the National Guard. They perform duties related to maintenance, repair, and daily operations of equipment and facilities, and often work in roles such as mechanics, human resources specialists, or IT technicians. These positions require individuals to be members of the National Guard as a condition of employment, allowing them to support both federal and state missions. Their work ensures the readiness and effectiveness of the National Guard units they serve.

What is the difference between National Guard Tech vs Military Vehicle Maintenance Technician?

AspectNational Guard TechMilitary Vehicle Maintenance Technician
CertificationsMilitary training, possibly ASE certificationsMilitary training, ASE certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentNational Guard facilities, armories, on-baseMilitary bases, field locations, repair shops
Employer & IndustryU.S. National Guard, defense industryMilitary branches, defense contractors

Both roles involve vehicle maintenance and require similar certifications and military training. The main difference lies in the work setting: National Guard Techs typically work on National Guard bases and are part-time service members, while Military Vehicle Maintenance Technicians may work in full-time military or contractor environments, focusing on military vehicle repair and upkeep.

What are some common challenges faced by National Guard Techs, and how can new hires prepare to overcome them?

National Guard Techs often face the challenge of balancing civilian and military responsibilities, as well as adapting to rapidly changing technologies and procedures. New hires should be prepared for a structured, yet dynamic work environment where collaboration with both military personnel and civilian staff is key. Staying proactive in professional development, seeking mentorship, and maintaining clear communication with supervisors can help new Techs effectively navigate these challenges and contribute to mission success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a National Guard Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a National Guard Technician, you need specialized technical expertise in fields such as maintenance, logistics, or administration, often supported by relevant certifications or military training. Proficiency with military systems, maintenance management software, and equipment-specific tools is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively under pressure help technicians excel in this role. These skills ensure mission readiness, equipment reliability, and effective support for National Guard operations.
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Infographic showing various National Guard Tech job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,072 per year, or $16.9 per hour.
IT Specialist (Infosec/Network) (Title 32) (Permanent)

IT Specialist (Infosec/Network) (Title 32) (Permanent)

Air National Guard Units

On-site, Remote

$75K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Air National Guard rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a IT Specialist (Infosec/Network) (Title 32) (Permanent), Position Description Number D2341000 and is part of the VA 192 OG, National Guard.
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As a IT Specialist (Infosec/Network) (Title 32), GS-0346-12, you will perform the below duties:
  1. Performs cyberspace operations that protect and defend (or assess the capability to protect and defend) information and information systems by ensuring their availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation. Provides for mission assurance of information systems by incorporating protection, detection, and reaction capabilities. Conducts risk and vulnerability assessments of DoD information systems to identify associated vulnerabilities, risks and protection needs. Operates in-garrison and deployed cyberspace weapon systems. Performs activities such as configuring and monitoring hardware and software for systems operation, processing and control of data flow, and client-server multi-user system support, including network management or administration. Specializes in one or more of the following tasks.
  2. a. Evaluates and assesses vulnerabilities of customer network and application server hardware, operating systems, and peripheral network equipment such as routers, bridges, switches, attached cabling system, network interface cards, modems, multiplexers, and concentrators. Conducts evaluations to ensure compliance with applicable standards. Ensures system backups are performed to ensure expedient restoration of the database for the respective network equipment. Evaluates effectiveness of customer network perimeter and internal defenses.
  3. b. Hunts for and illuminates advanced persistent threats in DOD Cyber systems and protects priority DOD missions for a specified duration. Detects, discovers and characterizes advanced adversary tradecraft. Monitors target systems/networks for unusual activity to identify and remove adversary activity that evade routine security measures on assigned cyber terrain.
    c. Performs analysis and design of automated and manual systems related to the network. Provides data for intrusion detection analysis. Determines applicability of established methods. Provides technical advice to users. Examines and evaluates alternative means of satisfying user requirements. Suggests technically feasible approaches and makes recommendations regarding the most effective countermeasures.
    d. Replicates tactics, techniques and procedures of specific cyber threats as appropriate to evaluate cyber defenses and prepare DOD defensive cyber operations. Assesses posture and processes from an outside perspective. Provides the ability to plan/conduct/enhance counter infiltration operations, mission protection operations, cyber readiness operations, cyber threat emulation operations and counter-measure development.
    e. Conducts cyber key terrain analysis and mission-oriented mapping, identifying cyber dependencies in mission owner network. Develops courses of action for risk mitigation and mission defense and leads development of written plans which integrate team capabilities to provide these effects.
    f. Assesses and evaluates vulnerabilities and/or adversary activity in industrial control system (ICS) enclaves. Detects, characterizes, and resolves insecurities in ICS networks. Reviews and analyzes ICS network traffic, configurations, and operating procedures and provides recommendations to improve system security posture.
  4. Prepares Unit Training Assembly, Annual Training and currency training events for Mission Ready Cyberspace Operators and is prepared for events in order to optimize training time available. Monitors assigned military members' go-no-go readiness status and ensures deficiencies are recognized. Works with scheduling section to provide opportunities for assigned members, to maintain full mission readiness. Ensures training for each event has been prepared and is ready. Coordinates with maintenance section to ensure all assigned equipment is in good working condition and ready for each training and mission event.
  5. Consults with supervisors, Drill Status Guardsmen, specialists, vendors, and sister Cyberspace Operations Units to procure and maintain training range devices and software that realistically emulate mission networks which are flexibly re-configurable to emulate as needed to prepare for Cyber Protection and Industrial Control System defense missions. Assists with oversight and maintenance of the unit's digital offline training environment.
  6. Performs other duties as assigned.

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Conditions of employment
  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • This position belongs to 185 COS.
  • This position is not located in a bargaining unit.
  • All job seekers will be required to limit their resumes to 2 pages in length when applying for job opportunity announcements (JOAs).

Qualifications
NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. For a brief video on How to Create a Federal Resume.
NOTE: All job seekers will be required to limit their resumes to 2 pages in length when applying for job opportunity announcements (JOAs).
WHO CAN APPLY:
GROUP I - All qualified Male/Female Enlisted Member (E1/AB - E6/TSgt) currently employed (permanent) in the Virginia Air National Guard Military Technician Program.
GROUP II - All qualified Virginia Air National Guard Male/Female Enlisted Member (E1/AB - E6/TSgt) regardless of employment status (Traditional, Military Technician or AGR). To be considered as a Group II applicant, proof of appointment/enlistment in the Virginia National Guard must be attached if the appointment/enlistment occurred within 60 days prior to, or during, the advertisement period.
Group III - Individuals eligible for membership in the Virginia Air National Guard.
Military Grades: Enlisted Member (E1/AB - E6/TSgt)
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have experience, education or training collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have at least 12 months of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-09 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government? This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector, but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated. This experience must include activities such as:
  1. Experience in mission assurance of information systems by incorporating protection, detection, and reaction capabilities.
  2. Experience including working with in-garrison and deployed cyberspace weapon systems.
  3. Experience detecting, characterizing, and resolving insecurities in ICS networks.
  4. Experience including providing opportunities for assigned members to maintain full mission readiness.

Education
If you are using Education to qualify for this position for GS11, Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree
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3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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