Chinese MDLA: Language Analyst for SIGINT Insights

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

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks multilingual Language Analysts (MDLAs) to support SIGINT missions. Roles may advance through the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct-hire paths, with opportunities across multiple offices and tours.

Candidates should have ILR 2/2 in reading/listening for the target language, plus relevant experience or education. The program emphasizes training, performance, and collaboration within NSA and the Intelligence Community.

Qualifications

• ILR level 2/2 reading and listening in target language
• Minimum one year of relevant experience in language work or related fields
• Paths include LADP or direct hire into analytic roles
• Experience mentoring or leading other analysts is a plus

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, translate foreign language materials
• Engage with partners, enablers, and customers across the IC
• Synthesize information to address analytic problems
• Mentor, coach, and lead other Language Analysts

Skills

Chinese language proficiency

Organized

Strong written & verbal communication

Information synthesis

Analytic ability

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks multilingual Language Analysts (MDLAs) to support SIGINT missions. Roles may advance through the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct-hire paths, with opportunities across multiple offices and tours.

Candidates should have ILR 2/2 in reading/listening for the target language, plus relevant experience or education. The program emphasizes training, performance, and collaboration within NSA and the Intelligence Community.