Chinese Language Analyst for SIGINT & Analysis

CNSS • National Security Systems; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

NSA's Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) play a critical role in SIGINT by translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials. MDLAs engage with partners across the intelligence community and may enter the LADP or direct-hire tracks to support analytic missions.

Required ILR level 2/2 in reading/listening for the target language; degree in any field is acceptable. Entry paths vary with education and experience; most roles involve working in dynamic, mission-focused

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language.
• Degree in any field is acceptable; multiple entry paths described.
• Experience in translation, transcription, or language analysis preferred.
• Entry/developmental path requires specific combinations of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze language materials and produce translations, transcripts, or analyses.
• Engage with partners and customers across the intelligence community.
• Support LADP or direct-hire analytic missions in various offices.
• Develop language analytics and contribute to SIGINT reporting and development.
• Mentor, train, and collaborate with other language analysts as needed.

Skills

CHINESE language

Strong written & verbal communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Customer service mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

High school diploma or GED (entry path)

Job description

NSA's Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) play a critical role in SIGINT by translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials. MDLAs engage with partners across the intelligence community and may enter the LADP or direct-hire tracks to support analytic missions.

Required ILR level 2/2 in reading/listening for the target language; degree in any field is acceptable. Entry paths vary with education and experience; most roles involve working in dynamic, mission-focused