Chinese Language Analyst — Multidisciplinary SIGINT Innovator

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

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks a Linguist (MDLA) to support SIGINT mission through language analysis, transcription, and translation. Candidates should demonstrate Chinese language proficiency and ILR 2/2 reading/listening, with strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to synthesize information for analytic use.

The role may involve entry/developmental or full performance progression within NSA, with potential participation in the LADP or direct hire into analytic offices.

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for target language.
• Degree in any field accepted; relevant experience in language translation, transcription, or analysis is required.
• Experience in intelligence analysis or related fields is acceptable for non-language work.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, translate foreign language materials.
• Support LADP or direct hire into analytic mission offices.
• Work with NSA partners and customers to deliver analytic insights.

Skills

CHINESE language proficiency

ILR 2/2 reading/listening

Strong written and oral communication

Ability to synthesize information

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks a Linguist (MDLA) to support SIGINT mission through language analysis, transcription, and translation. Candidates should demonstrate Chinese language proficiency and ILR 2/2 reading/listening, with strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to synthesize information for analytic use.

The role may involve entry/developmental or full performance progression within NSA, with potential participation in the LADP or direct hire into analytic offices.