Chinese Multidisciplinary Language Analyst — SIGINT Innovator

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

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) to advance SIGINT language analysis. The LADP or direct hire paths provide intensive training and multiple operational tours to build core analytic competencies.

Applicants must have ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language and a degree in any field. Relevant translation, transcription, or analysis experience is valued; travel and proctoring for testing may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required or acceptable alternative experience.
• ILR level 2/2 in reading/listening for the target language.
• Experience in translation, transcription, or language analysis is valued.

Responsibilities

• Support SIGINT mission analysis by language processing, transcription, and translation.
• Collaborate with partners and analysts across offices to deliver timely language insights.
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills to produce reports and analyses.

Skills

CHINESE ILR 2/2 reading/listening

Strong communication

Analytic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) to advance SIGINT language analysis. The LADP or direct hire paths provide intensive training and multiple operational tours to build core analytic competencies.

Applicants must have ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language and a degree in any field. Relevant translation, transcription, or analysis experience is valued; travel and proctoring for testing may be required.