Cyber Analyst - Anonymous employee CIA Employee Review

1.0
Oct 12, 2014
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The mission... counter terrorism and Special ops

Cons

If you are not a case officier... no key assignments and promotions are rare. Politics and game playing. Depending on the office (clandestine services) - you need to be part a old boys club.... college degrees and certifications does nothing for your career except get you in the door. Appears that the dumber you are, the better the career options and movement.

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Cons

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Pros

Lots of really smart and passionate people. Some teams are really interesting to work for.

Cons

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