Can you join military as 17c with average computer skills?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 09 May 2019 19:08:53 -0400

I'm enlisting soon and 17c seems like a great MOS. I have no more than average computer knowledge and a great ASVAB score. Can I still enlist as a 17c? Is there a pre-qualification test outside the ASVAB?

Response by SSG Arina Powell made Jun 19 at 2019 10:51 PM

SSG Arina Powell — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 22:51:16 -0400

You have to qualify for a TS/SCI clearance, there used to be a test, but keep in mind that the course is over a year long and is not easy. Good luck and godspeed.

Response by K Lurer made Jul 25 at 2019 9:22 PM

K Lurer — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 21:22:55 -0400

The 17C AIT is designed so people with virtually no computer skills / familiarity can learn their MOS. So the answer to the question is yes.

There is a 39 question pre qualification test known as the ICTL or cyber test which emphasizes networking concepts. You must score atleast a 60 at MEPS. I highly recommend studying for the ICTL and being prepared to study a lot once you reach AIT.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 12 at 2019 1:59 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 01:59:09 -0500

If you're a SPC, then that would be a reclass packet, which behaves entirely differently than going in brand new as an IET soldier.

Response by Lola Lynch made May 7 at 2020 9:36 AM

Lola Lynch — Thu, 07 May 2020 09:36:17 -0400

You can improve them in a process.