Chinese MDLA: SIGINT Language & Analysis Expert

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

Job summary

CNSS • National Security Systems is seeking a Mandarin/Chinese language analyst to support NSA SIGINT missions. The role emphasizes translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials with opportunities in the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire into analytic offices.

Qualified candidates will have at least a Bachelor’s degree and ILR 2/2 in reading/listening, plus strong written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR reading/listening level 2/2 in the target language.
• Experience in translation, transcription, or analysis preferred.
• Ability to work across partners and customers in the IC.
• Familiarity with analytic mission and SIGINT concepts welcome.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, and translate foreign language materials.
• Engage with partners and customers across the IC for mission support.
• Develop and apply analytic competencies through LADP or direct hire tracks.
• Mentor and guide other analysts as needed.
• Maintain high quality daily outputs and reports.

Skills

Chinese proficiency

Strong written and oral communicator

Multidisciplinary problem solving

Synthesis of information

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CNSS • National Security Systems is seeking a Mandarin/Chinese language analyst to support NSA SIGINT missions. The role emphasizes translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials with opportunities in the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire into analytic offices.

Qualified candidates will have at least a Bachelor’s degree and ILR 2/2 in reading/listening, plus strong written and oral communication skills.