Follow UK Immigration and follow UK News: The head of the UK's cyber defense agency stated that convicted computer hackers could be recruited to serve in the agency if they can pass security vetting.
Lieutenant Colonel Michael White told the media that when conducting vetting, he will evaluate individuals holistically.
He also indicated that the recruitment of new personnel focuses on capability rather than personality traits.
The agency, named the Joint Cyber Reserve Unit, was newly established in September of this year.
According to reports, the agency has initial funding of £500 million, and the UK Ministry of Defence will recruit hundreds of people from reserve forces to form a team of computer experts to operate alongside regular forces.
The primary responsibility of this unit is to manage national cybersecurity, protect critical data, and, when necessary, conduct cyberattacks.
