FBI to relax Cyber Crimes Unit hiring guidelines
Posted by Matthew on Tuesday September 3, 2002 @09:30PM
from the unknown dept.
Matthew writes: After hiring the Gartner Group to help determine why the FBI is unable to attract significant talent to their cyber crimes unit, a clear picture of the problem has emerged: No geeks actually meet FBI hiring criteria. Not one. Anywhere.
This internal memo, obtained by exclusive anonymous SlashNOT sources, summarizes Gartner’s analysis and proposes changes that would be required to attract qualified candidates:
The FBI has not directly commented on the proposed requirements. Current Requirement Proposed Requirement Weight limit of 5kg/cm of height can get to work in a private vehicle Marijuana usage of less than 15 times total will adhere to indoor smoking regulations Hair no longer than 1″ above collar Hair no longer than 1″ above floor Ability to carry M16 through obstacle course Ability to carry 64oz Beverage through Pentagon Ability to pass physical fitness test Ability to complete Quake III Arena 5 years minimum field work accompany field agent on drive-a-geek-around day No Felony convictions at least one felony conviction Four year accredited degree Read four O’Reilly titles