Chinese Multidisciplinary Language Analyst — SIGINT Insight

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

Job summary

NSA seeks linguists (MDLAs) to support SIGINT mission using foreign language skills, particularly Chinese, across multiple offices. The LADP option or direct hire provides intensive training and operational tours, with a strong emphasis on analysis, transcription, and reporting.

Applicants must have ILR 2/2 reading and listening in the target language and a degree with relevant experience. The position offers full-time work, standard business hours, and opportunities to work across the IC in a

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR reading/listening level 2/2 for the target language.
• Degree in any field; 1+ year relevant experience in language work or related fields.
• Experience in intelligence analysis or related domains is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, translate, transcribe, or analyze foreign language materials for SIGINT.
• Work with partners across the Intelligence Community and internal teams.
• Mentor, coach, and lead other Language Analysts as needed.
• Ensure quality and timeliness of analytic reports.

Skills

Chinese

ILR 2/2

Organized

Written & Spoken

Analytical thinking

Job description

NSA seeks linguists (MDLAs) to support SIGINT mission using foreign language skills, particularly Chinese, across multiple offices. The LADP option or direct hire provides intensive training and operational tours, with a strong emphasis on analysis, transcription, and reporting.

Applicants must have ILR 2/2 reading and listening in the target language and a degree with relevant experience. The position offers full-time work, standard business hours, and opportunities to work across the IC in a