Argentina, over 40 thousand applications in 24 hours to join the secret services

Argentina opens the doors of its secret services for the first time through a public competition to recruit new agents. The Secretaría de Inteligencia de Estado (Side) announced that it had received over 40,000 applications in the first 24 hours after registration opened to join the National Intelligence Corps.

The selection, aimed at Argentine citizens, is part of a process of reorganization of the national intelligence system which, according to the body, aims to strengthen its transparency and professionalisation, introducing a career based on merit, training and results. The procedure was formalized with a resolution signed by the secretary of intelligence, Cristian Auguadra, and published in the Official Bulletin.

Applications must be submitted online until November 30th

Side is looking for profiles with skills in strategic analysis, operations, cyber intelligence, technology, foreign languages, regional studies, counter-espionage and security. In presenting the initiative, the body warned that the work involves irregular hours, a high level of commitment and real risks. Requirements include Argentine citizenship, high school diploma and willingness to move to the capital, Buenos Aires. Applicants will also be required to pass medical and security checks, including a background investigation.

The selection process includes an initial evaluation of the profiles, a digital exam of general knowledge and subsequent written, physical and psychological tests, as well as an individual interview. Selected candidates will then enter the basic training course at the National Intelligence School. However, completion of the course will not guarantee employment, which will depend on the results obtained and the number of places available.