![]() ![]() ![]() In this position, Snowden maintained computer network security as the "top technical and cybersecurity expert" in the country and worked closely with CIA operatives. ![]() In 2007, the CIA stationed Snowden in Geneva with diplomatic cover. However, Snowden’s outlook changed with experience. At this time, Snowden was a strong supporter of the government, reportedly saying that anyone who leaks secret documents should be “shot in the balls.” He had a natural talent with computers, referring to himself as a "computer wizard" and was quickly admitted for training in a CIA program for technology specialists. Despite no formal training, Snowden had very little trouble advancing through the ranks. ![]() In 2006, Snowden attended a career fair where he was offered a position at the CIA. In 2004, Snowden enlisted in the US Army Reserve as a special forces candidate, wishing to fight in the Iraq War to "help free people from oppression." He was discharged after four months of training due to injuring both legs in a training accident and worked briefly as a security specialist in Maryland. Edward Snowden did not follow a typical path to government employment as a high-level technical expert. Snowden’s decision was very calculated, and his background and motivations are important in understanding his decision. ![]()
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