Chinese MDLA: SIGINT Language Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

DCIPS trial period

Job summary

National Security Agency seeks Linguists (MDLAs) to support SIGINT missions from multiple locations, including Hawaii Kunia, MD, and Utah. Roles involve translation, transcription, and reporting for strategic analysis and customer support across the IC.

LADP offers accelerated training with multiple operational tours while direct hires target analytic offices. Applicants should have ILR 2/2 in the target language and a degree in any field.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and listening at ILR level 2/2 for target language.
• Experience in language-related work such as translation, transcription, or analysis.
• Willingness to participate in LADP or direct hire into analytic roles.

Responsibilities

• Engage with partners, enablers, and customers across the IC to solve analytic problems.
• Perform language analysis, transcription, translation, and reporting.
• Mentor and coach other language analysts as needed.
• Ensure technical health of the mission and use internal tools effectively.

Skills

Chinese proficiency

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree + 2 years relevant experience

Bachelor's degree + 3 years relevant experience

Job description

National Security Agency seeks Linguists (MDLAs) to support SIGINT missions from multiple locations, including Hawaii Kunia, MD, and Utah. Roles involve translation, transcription, and reporting for strategic analysis and customer support across the IC.

LADP offers accelerated training with multiple operational tours while direct hires target analytic offices. Applicants should have ILR 2/2 in the target language and a degree in any field.