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Re:The Mirai Botnet Architects Are Now Fighting Crime with t... by ryanlol on Wednesday September 19, 2018 @11:13AM (#18024710)
Of course it’s true. How could the FBI possibly attract top talent beyond a few altruistic outliers?
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Re:The Mirai Botnet Architects Are Now Fighting Crime with t... by JamesBarney on Wednesday September 19, 2018 @12:35PM (#18025449)
They have an incredible brand. Way more people grow up wanting to be FBI agents than 99% of all other professions.
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Re:The Mirai Botnet Architects Are Now Fighting Crime with t... by tptacek on Wednesday September 19, 2018 @11:19AM (#18024770)
Why would they have any more problem buying talent than anyone else?
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Re:The Mirai Botnet Architects Are Now Fighting Crime with t... by pcwalton on Wednesday September 19, 2018 @12:34PM (#18025446)
Because of the President constantly attacking and attempting to sabotage the agency, including firing its head for transparently political reasons.

If I were in law enforcement, I'd certainly think twice about taking a position there. I'd be asking myself "what if I get drawn into Trump drama? Would that be good for my career?"

I don't mean to overstate things—I'm sure the FBI is mostly composed of talented professionals. But I'd be amazed if the recent drama had no effect on their ability to recruit.

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