Chinese Multidisciplined Language Analyst /Language Analyst Development Program (LADP) - Entry to Mid Level (MD, HI, UT)

CNSS • National Security Systems; North Brentwood (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

NSA's Linguists, known as Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs), are expected to take an inclusive approach to problem solving and mission accomplishment by frequently engaging with partners, enablers, and customers across the Intelligence Community.

Based on skill level and experience, NSA MDLAs are considered for either the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire into positions supporting an analytic mission office.

Responsibilities

• Engage with partners, enablers, and customers across the Intelligence Community to solve problems and accomplish missions.

Job description

NSA/CSS Hawaii Kunia, HI || Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD || Draper, Utah, UT

Pay Plan: GG, Grade: 07/1 to 12/10

Open: 2026-10-01, Close: 2026-10-11

Responsibilities

NSA's Linguists, known as Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs), are expected to take an inclusive approach to problem solving and mission accomplishment by frequently engaging with partners, enablers, and customers across the Intelligence Community. Based on skill level and experience, NSA MDLAs are considered for either the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire into positions supporting an analytic mission office. LADP: The LADP, which lasts up to three years, is designed to provide an intensive, accelerated opportunity to acquire the unique technical skills and experience needed to successfully apply knowledge and analytic ability to the SIGINT mission and help MDLAs achieve core analytic competencies in accordance with the Cryptologic Training System Training Standard and the MDLA competencies framework. The program includes 4-5 operational tours in a variety of offices, interspersed with formal classroom and computer-based training.