Chinese MDLA Language Analyst: Entry to Mid

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

Job summary

NSA seeks a linguist, MDLA, to support SIGINT language analysis across multiple offices. The role emphasizes translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials.

LADP and direct-hire pathways may apply, with tours across operating offices to build core analytic competencies. Candidates should have ILR 2/2 in reading/listening for Chinese or another target language, a degree in any field, and relevant experience in analysis or language tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for target language.
• Degree in any field acceptable; relevant experience in language or analytic fields acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze foreign language materials and produce reports.
• Transcribe and translate language content; provide analytic assessments.
• Work with partners across the Intelligence Community to accomplish mission objectives.
• Mentor and coach others; ensure quality control of language outputs.

Skills

CHINESE proficiency

Language analysis

Translation

Transcription

Analytic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

NSA seeks a linguist, MDLA, to support SIGINT language analysis across multiple offices. The role emphasizes translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials.

LADP and direct-hire pathways may apply, with tours across operating offices to build core analytic competencies. Candidates should have ILR 2/2 in reading/listening for Chinese or another target language, a degree in any field, and relevant experience in analysis or language tasks.