Accelerated SIGINT Language Analyst Program

CNSS • National Security Systems; Lake Point (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

NSA’s Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) support the SIGINT mission by analyzing foreign language materials, translating, and providing assessments for policymakers and military leaders.

Roles may be in the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire, with up to three years of intensive training and 4–5 operational tours across NSA offices. Proficiency in target languages and ILR benchmarks are required.

Qualifications

• ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language is required.
• Minimum years of relevant language or non-language experience as specified.
• Entry to Senior levels require progressively more experience and leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, and translate foreign language materials for SIGINT.
• Collaborate with partners and customers across the Intelligence Community.
• Lead or contribute to analytic projects and reports as appropriate.

Skills

Foreign language proficiency

Multitasking

Written and oral communication

Analytical thinking

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Associate's degree

Master's degree

Job description

NSA’s Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) support the SIGINT mission by analyzing foreign language materials, translating, and providing assessments for policymakers and military leaders.

Roles may be in the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire, with up to three years of intensive training and 4–5 operational tours across NSA offices. Proficiency in target languages and ILR benchmarks are required.