Chinese MDLA: Flexible Hours Language Analyst (Entry–Mid)

CNSS • National Security Systems; Cheverly (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

NSA is seeking multilingual Language Analysts to support SIGINT missions using Chinese language skills. The role emphasizes analysis, translation, and collaboration with IC partners. Candidates should meet ILR level 2/2 and be able to work across diverse discipline teams.

Detailed paths include LADP or direct assignment to analytic offices, with training, tours, and opportunities to mentor others while maintaining high standards of security and quality in all language outputs.

Qualifications

• ILR reading/listening at level 2/2 for target language
• Bachelor’s degree or higher acceptable for qualification
• Experience in language analysis, intelligence analysis, journalism, or related fields preferred
• Ability to lead others and mentor in language tasks

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, translate key foreign language material for SIGINT missions
• Engage with partners and customers across the Intelligence Community
• Support LADP or direct-hire analytic roles with language expertise
• Mentor junior Language Analysts and ensure quality of outputs

Skills

CHINESE proficiency

Organized

Strong written and oral communicator

Synthesize information

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

NSA is seeking multilingual Language Analysts to support SIGINT missions using Chinese language skills. The role emphasizes analysis, translation, and collaboration with IC partners. Candidates should meet ILR level 2/2 and be able to work across diverse discipline teams.

Detailed paths include LADP or direct assignment to analytic offices, with training, tours, and opportunities to mentor others while maintaining high standards of security and quality in all language outputs.