Facts of Edward Snowden
Full Name:	Edward Snowden
Gender:	Male
Profession:	Professional Computer
Country:	America
Horoscope:	N/A
Dating	Lindsay Mills
Net Worth	$8.6 Million
Eye Color	green
Hair Color	light brown
Birth Place	Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Nationality	American
Religion	Buddhism
Education	Anne Arundel Community College
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Edward Snowden is an American computer professional and a former National Security Agency subcontractor. In 2013, he made headlines when he leaked top-secret information about NSA surveillance activities.

Similarly, he is also known to be an employee of the Central Intelligence Agency of the U.S.A. Edward Snowden collected top-secret documents regarding NSA domestic surveillance practices that he found disturbing and leaked them.

After that newspapers began printing the documents that he had leaked. Many of them detailed the monitoring of American citizens while many groups called him a hero. However, he continued to speak about his works and found asylum in Russia.

Early Life of Edward Snowden

Edward Snowden a.k.a  Edward Joseph Snowden was born on June 21st, 1983 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, the U.S.A. As of 2022, his age is 39 years old. He holds an American nationality and belongs to a white ethnic group. Edward was influenced by Japanese and Chinese culture and learned Japanese and Chinese along with Chinese martial arts. Similarly, at the age of 20, he adopted Buddhism as his religion.

Recalling his educational qualification, he attended classes at Anne Arundel Community College. However, he did not finish his undergraduate degree and went on to attempt a master’s degree at the University of Liverpool.

Who Is Edward Snowden Dating Currently? Know about his Wedding, Girlfriend, Past affairs, and Relationship

Talking about her personal life, Edward Snowden is an unmarried man. But he is in a relationship with his long-time girlfriend Lindsay Mills. They met through a dating website. Her girlfriend is popular as a loyal girlfriend because she supports him in every step of his life.

The lovebird dated each other for almost eight years. The couple was set for their wedding before Snowden leaked the information. According to many authorized sources, the couple broke their relationship after the incident though they shared a great bonding. They are living together to be in Russia.

How much is Edward Snowden’s Net Worth and Salary?

Snowden has accumulated a huge amount of sum throughout his professional career. However, he has not revealed his current salary. His estimated net worth is around $8.6 Million. He earns much from his job and is able to maintain a luxurious lifestyle.

What is the Height of Edward Snowden?

Edward Snowden stands at a height of 5 feet/ 180cm with bodyweight 75kg/ 165Ibs. Similarly, he has light brown hair color with green eyes color.

The Family Background of Edward Snowden

Many people still do not know that he comes from a family that has served the United States. His grandfather served in the U.S Coast Guard as a rear admiral, went on to be a senior official with the FBI, and later worked in the Pentagon in 2001. Similarly, his father also served as an officer in the Coast Guard. Talking about his mother is also a clerk at the  U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.

Edward’s older sister served as a lawyer at the Federal Judicial Center in Washington, D.C. Since a kid, he was quite sure about fact that he will serve the federal government like the rest of his family.

IQ of Edward Snowden

Growing up, Edward Snowden had an IQ test score of 145 on twice occasions. His mind was sharp and his I.Q. was well over 145 which makes him one of the rarest human beings who possess high-level intelligence.

Is Edward Snowden Dead?

There were reports that Snowden was dead killed by a group among a whole lot of reasons and information regarding his death. But he released a funny Twitter post waving that entire rumor proving it not. He simply said in his post that the reports of his death are greatly worse than in reality. Interesting guy! He is currently living in Russia.

The Professional Career of Edward Snowden

• Edward Snowden enlisted in the Army Reserve as a Special Forces candidate in May 2004
• However, he was discharged after four months for unknown reasons. But he proved his in-depth knowledge and love for computers.
• This acquired the Central Intelligence Agency acquired his services in 2006.
• Similarly, a year later transferred to Geneva where my job was given as a network security technician under diplomatic cover.
• Following a supposition of breaking into the top classified documents. He was fired from the agency.

Career from 2009 – 2013

• Edward Snowden left the CIA and worked as a private contractor for technology giants like Dell and Booz Allen Hamilton and also the NSA in 2009.
• However, he started several interviews with various journalists.
• He is also able to reveal some vital information on NSA (notably secret surveillance programs) that have been put in place by the agency to gather information and breach people’s privacy.
• Edward Snowden began talking when he gathered information on NSA activities.
• He requested a medical leave of absence and moved to Hong Kong where he started to talk to reporters and journalists.

FAQ of Edward Snowden

What is the nationality of Edward Snowden?

Edward Snowden holds American citizenship as a nationality.

How did Edward Snowden learn computers?

Edward Snowden learned computers in New Delhi training in core Java programming and advanced ethical hacking which earned him certification as an EC-Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA).

Who was Edward Snowden married to?

Edward Snowden was married to American acrobat Lindsay Mills.