Chinese Language Analyst: SIGINT & Analysis Expert

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

Job summary

NSA seeks multilingual language analysts to support SIGINT with strong Chinese language skills. Applicants should demonstrate ILR 2/2 reading and listening proficiency, and may enter the LADP or be hired directly into analytic roles across NSA offices.

Roles involve handling translation, transcription, and analysis tasks, with opportunities for growth through training, tours, and cross-office collaboration within the IC. Competitive benefits and a full-time schedule are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language.
• Experience in translation, transcription, or analysis preferred.
• Background in intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, or related fields is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, and translate foreign language materials.
• Engage with partners and customers across the Intelligence Community.
• Mentor, coach, and lead other Language Analysts as needed.
• Ensure the technical health of the mission and use internal tools.

Skills

CHINESE

ILR 2/2

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

NSA seeks multilingual language analysts to support SIGINT with strong Chinese language skills. Applicants should demonstrate ILR 2/2 reading and listening proficiency, and may enter the LADP or be hired directly into analytic roles across NSA offices.

Roles involve handling translation, transcription, and analysis tasks, with opportunities for growth through training, tours, and cross-office collaboration within the IC. Competitive benefits and a full-time schedule are included.