Chinese MDLA: Entry-Mid Language Analyst

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

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks linguists (MDLAs) to support SIGINT mission. Analysts engage across the IC, translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials, with LADP or direct placement depending on skill level.

Applicants should have ILR 2/2 in reading/listening for the target language, and may enter through the LADP or direct hire into analytic offices. Opportunities span multiple locations and require rigorous testing and security clearances.

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for target language.
• Experience in translation, transcription, or analysis preferred.
• Leadership experience or formal/informal leadership roles welcome.

Responsibilities

• Engage with partners, enablers, and customers across the IC.
• Participate in the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire.
• Analyze foreign language materials within SIGINT, produce reports.
• Translate, transcribe, and analyze language data.
• Mentor and collaborate with other Language Analysts.

Skills

CHINESE proficiency ILR 2/2

Strong written & oral communication

Analytic problem solving

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks linguists (MDLAs) to support SIGINT mission. Analysts engage across the IC, translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials, with LADP or direct placement depending on skill level.

Applicants should have ILR 2/2 in reading/listening for the target language, and may enter through the LADP or direct hire into analytic offices. Opportunities span multiple locations and require rigorous testing and security clearances.