Canadian Army

Are you passionate about technology and tackling IT challenges? As an Information Systems Technician in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll deploy and maintain computer networks and communications systems, ensuring secure and reliable information services. This position is available full-time or part-time. Pay & Benefits The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well supported. These include: Competitive salary starting from $4,337 - $6,413/month for new recruits who join the Regular Force under the Direct Entry plan New pay increases: earn more from the start Signing Bonus paid in installments at key service milestones Training opportunities Vacation, parental, and other types of paid leave Health, dental, and vision coverage Counseling, and relocation support services Pension plan Stimulating workplace that promotes respect, belonging, and work-life balance Overview Information Systems Technician handle communications and information systems equipment, such as: Wired and wireless communications and information systems Fibre optic and copper wire broadband technology Voice and data network equipment and servers You will find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website. This position is similar to the following: Computer systems administrators Information Systems Analyst Computer Network Technicians User Support Technicians Information Systems Testing Technicians To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must: Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada; Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except: For the Paid Education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent); For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student; Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this occupation is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec including Gr 10 Academic Math and Gr 10 Science. Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Plan No previous work experience or career related skills are required. CAF recruiters can help you decide if your personal interests and attributes match the criteria for this occupation. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming an Information Systems Technician, visit www.forces.ca, talk to a recruiter at a centre near you: www.forces.ca/en/find-a-recruiting-centre or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers. Job Type: Full-time – Part-time