http://www.networkworld.com/article/2863395/security0/fbi-wants-you-to-become-a-cyber-agent.html
By Michael Cooney
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Network World
Jan 5, 2015
With its increased emphasis on Internet crime it might come as small
surprise the FBI is now looking to bulk –up its cyber agent workforce.
The agency in a job posting that is open until Jan. 20 said it has “many
vacancies” for cyber special agents to investigate all manner of cyber
crimes from website hacks and data theft to botnets and denial of service
attacks.
To keep pace with the evolving threat, the Bureau is appealing to
experienced and certified cyber experts to consider joining the FBI to
apply their well-honed tradecraft as cyber special agents, the agency
stated.
Key requirements to be a special agent include passing a rigorous
background check and fitness test. Agents must be at least 23 and no older
than 37. Prospective cyber special agents are expected to meet the same
threshold as special agents, but also have a wealth of experience in
computers and technology. Preferred backgrounds include computer
programming and security, database administration, malware analysis,
digital forensics, and even ethical hacking. An extensive list of
sought-after backgrounds and certifications can be seen on the job
posting, the FBI noted.
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