Chinese MDLA: SIGINT Language Analyst (Entry–Mid)

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

Job summary

NSA MDLA positions seek highly capable language analysts with foreign language skills, especially Chinese. The role supports SIGINT missions and may place candidates in the Language Analysis Development Program or direct hire into analytic offices.

Applicants should have ILR 2/2 in reading and listening and a degree in any field. Candidates will engage with partners across the Intelligence Community, analyze multilingual material, produce written and oral assessments, and contribute to mission

Qualifications

• ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for target language
• Degree in any field acceptable
• Experience in language work or related fields preferred

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, and translate foreign language materials
• Engage with partners, enablers, and customers across the IC
• Possibly participate in LADP or direct hire for analytic missions
• Mentor and craft written/oral assessments
• Work independently and with NSA analysts across teams

Skills

Chinese language proficiency

Strong communication

Organized

Analytical thinking

Job description

NSA MDLA positions seek highly capable language analysts with foreign language skills, especially Chinese. The role supports SIGINT missions and may place candidates in the Language Analysis Development Program or direct hire into analytic offices.

Applicants should have ILR 2/2 in reading and listening and a degree in any field. Candidates will engage with partners across the Intelligence Community, analyze multilingual material, produce written and oral assessments, and contribute to mission