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IT: Information System Technician to $100K+
Where a Coast Guard Information System Technician fits in the civilian job market, what it pays, and how to get there.
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What the job is, in plain English
Installs, maintains and secures Coast Guard computer networks, telephone systems and communications equipment ashore and afloat.
Skills that transfer
- Network and system administration
- Telecommunications
- Cybersecurity compliance
- User support
- Hardware and cabling
Matching civilian roles and pay
5 of 5 matched roles reach $100K+ for top earners nationally; the highest median here is Computer and Information Systems Managers at $175,140. Matches come from O*NET's crosswalk for IT (Information System Technician).
| Civilian role | Median pay | 90th percentile | $100K+ potential |
|---|---|---|---|
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $99,130 | $155,050 | Yes: top 10% earn $155,050+ |
| Information Security Analysts | $129,180 | $199,850 | Median already clears $100K |
| Computer Network Architects | $134,050 | $202,680 | Median already clears $100K |
| Software Developers | $135,980 | $214,670 | Median already clears $100K |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,140 | $297,510 | Median already clears $100K |
Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 national estimates, national annual wages (BLS OEWS). Your pay will vary with location, experience, clearance, education and employer. Some O*NET roles share a broader BLS pay group, which is noted under the role name.
Certifications worth a look
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco CCNA
- Microsoft certifications
Commonly pursued by people in this field; not an official list. Check what your branch will fund, and see the full list for your code, on DoD COOL (Coast Guard COOL: IT).
The clearance angle
Many Coast Guard ITs hold Secret clearances; cleared IT professionals are hired by both DHS and DoD contractors. See what a security clearance is worth in 2026.
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