Chinese MDLA: Entry to Mid Level — SIGINT Analysis

CNSS • National Security Systems; Hawaii; On-site; USD 50,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

NSA/CSS Hawaii Kunia, HI seeks linguists (MDLAs) for SIGINT analysis, transcription, and translation. Areas include LADP or direct hire with multiple office tours to build core analytic competencies.

Minimum ILR 2/2 in reading/listening, U.S. citizenship required. This full-time role emphasizes language proficiency, problem solving, and collaboration within the Intelligence Community.

Qualifications

• A degree in any field is acceptable.
• Minimum ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language.
• Experience in translation, transcription, or intelligence analysis is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, translate key information for policymakers and leaders.
• Research and understand cultures and geopolitical context.
• Apply new techniques to address analytic problems and synthesize data.
• Mentor and coach other Language Analysts in methodology and tools.

Skills

Chinese language proficiency (ILR 2/2)

Strong written and oral communication

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking and organization

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

NSA/CSS Hawaii Kunia, HI seeks linguists (MDLAs) for SIGINT analysis, transcription, and translation. Areas include LADP or direct hire with multiple office tours to build core analytic competencies.

Minimum ILR 2/2 in reading/listening, U.S. citizenship required. This full-time role emphasizes language proficiency, problem solving, and collaboration within the Intelligence Community.