Chinese MDLA: Impactful Language Analyst (Entry-Mid)

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

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks Language Analysts to apply advanced foreign language skills in SIGINT missions. Responsibilities include analysis, translation, transcription, and producing actionable assessments for policymakers.

Applicants should have ILR 2/2 in reading/listening Chinese and a degree in any field; one year of relevant experience or equivalent. LADP or direct hire options lead to analytic mission opportunities across NSA offices.

Qualifications

• ILR level 2/2 reading and listening in the target language required.
• Experience with translation, transcription, or language analysis preferred.
• Ability to synthesize information and produce clear assessments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, translate, transcribe foreign language materials for SIGINT purposes.
• Prepare written and oral assessments for policymakers and leadership.
• Collaborate with teams across the Intelligence Community to support analytic missions.

Skills

Chinese language proficiency

Analytic language analysis

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks Language Analysts to apply advanced foreign language skills in SIGINT missions. Responsibilities include analysis, translation, transcription, and producing actionable assessments for policymakers.

Applicants should have ILR 2/2 in reading/listening Chinese and a degree in any field; one year of relevant experience or equivalent. LADP or direct hire options lead to analytic mission opportunities across NSA offices.