Information Technology

Advanced Computer Systems Administration

Potential Earnings Range:

$68,910-$108,867*

Per year after graduation

Offered at

Job Corps Centers

Do you enjoy working with technology? Are you interested in helping people? Then you may be a good fit for Job Corps’ Advanced Computer Systems Administration training program.

On the job, you will:

Configure hardware applications, network connectivity, access to resources and mobile computing
Coordinate workstation configuration and deployment
Monitor and maintain servers and systems
Configure backup and recovery for systems
Implement green IT technologies, tools and standards

The credentials you'll earn:

This is the first level of Advanced Training offered in the Advanced Computer Technician series. Students who complete the Advanced Computer Systems Administration training program can earn industry-recognized credentials from organizations such as the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and Cisco. Credentials such as these show that students are ready for positions in computer programming and repair. Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program.

Some of the career options you'll have:

Most Advanced Computer Systems Administration Job Corps graduates go to work for midsize to large companies that have extensive computer networks, or they work for computer repair contracting companies.

Requirements:

High school diploma or the equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers)
Complete a Job Corps' basic Compter Technician training program
Meet academic (math and reading) requirements
At least 18 years old
Complete a successful phone or in-person interview

Positive attendance and progress record
Written recommendation from Job Corps center personnel
Health clearance at current center
Strong work ethic and determination to succeed
Have a positive behavior record
Earned the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Certification

* Salary information comes from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics Program and is provided for planning purposes only. Actual salary will depend on student skill level, credentials earned, experience level and location.

Need help meeting one or more of these requirements?

Don’t worry! Speak with your current career training instructor at your campus. They will help you along your journey to make sure you have all the tools and resources you need to check those boxes and start your training.

Program Details

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Shriver Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://shriver.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

Devens, MA

Availability:

15 slots

Application Information

Contact:

Carla Caldwell

Email: caldwell.carla@jobcorps.org

Phone number: 978-784-2657

Meet the Staff

Paul Robertson

Paul Robertson serves as the Advanced Computer Systems instructor at Shriver Job Corps Center. He started working with Shriver Job Corps in 2008 as a Computer Technician instructor. Paul began his career in information technology in 1997, working for Lockheed and Martin Sanders, then started teaching IT in 2000. He earned a degree in IT from the University of Phoenix, network engineering certification from Hesser College, and multiple certifications from Microsoft and CompTIA.

Loring Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://loring.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

Sedro-Woodley, WA

Availability:

15 slots

Application Information

Contact:

Keagan Page

Email: page.keagan@jobcorps.org

Phone number: 207-328-4049

Cascades Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://cascades.jobcorps.gov/

Location:

Sedro-Wooley, WA

Availability:

9 slots

How to Apply

Contact:

Jerry Timblin

Email: Timblin.Jerry@jobcorps.org

Phone number: 360-854-2174

Meet the Staff

Jared Lucian

Jared Lucian serves as the Advanced Information Technology instructor at Cascades Job Corps bringing 20 years of experience. Jared strongly believes in empowering and preparing the students for the dynamic challenges and opportunities inherent in the ever-evolving world of technology.

Real Stories

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