Cyber Threat Language Analyst (Chinese (Mandarin)

ITI Solutions; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ITI Solutions is seeking a cleared Cyber Threat Language Analyst (Chinese Mandarin) to support the U.S. 16th Air Force in San Antonio, TX.

The role combines advanced Mandarin language expertise with cultural analysis to identify and assess foreign threats within a dynamic cyber operations environment. Responsibilities include translating and contextualizing Mandarin communications, supporting mission planning, and briefing leadership.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native Mandarin proficiency is required.
• Strong analytical and briefing abilities for national security missions.
• Experience supporting intelligence, cyber or military operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate, analyze, and contextualize Chinese-language content and cyber threat information.
• Provide cultural, geopolitical, military, and sociological context for operational planning.
• Support cyber mission planning, execution, and assessment activities.
• Collaborate with intelligence and cyber teams to develop collection requirements.
• Brief findings and operational impacts to government stakeholders and leadership.
• Provide training on Mandarin language, culture, and adversary trends.

Skills

Mandarin language

Analytical thinking

Briefing skills

Operational planning

Cultural expertise

Education

DLPT 4/4 or ILR 4+

Job description

DescriptionCyber Threat Language Analyst (Chinese (Mandarin) - TS/SCILocation: San Antonio, TXEmployment Type: Full-TimeSecurity Clearance: Active TS/SCI Required (CI/Poly Preferred or can obtain)About ITI SolutionsITI Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering mission-critical intelligence, cybersecurity, engineering, and technology solutions across the Department of Defense. We support national security initiatives by providing highly skilled professionals who enable operational success in complex environments.Position OverviewITI Solutions is seeking a cleared Cyber Threat Language Analyst (Chinese (Mandarin) to support the U.S. 16th Air Force. This position combines advanced Chinese (Mandarin) language expertise, cultural analysis, and cyber operations support to help identify, characterize, and assess foreign threats within a dynamic operational environment.The selected candidate will work directly with intelligence analysts, cyber operators, mission planners, and operational leadership to transform foreign-language information into actionable intelligence supporting cyberspace operations and mission planning.Key ResponsibilitiesTranslate, analyze, and contextualize Chinese (Mandarin)-language communications, technical content, and cyber threat information.Provide cultural, geopolitical, military, and sociological expertise to support target characterization and operational planning.Support cyber mission planning, execution, and assessment activities utilizing PBED methodologies.Collaborate with intelligence and cyberspace operations teams to develop collection requirements and analytical assessments.Brief findings and operational impacts to government stakeholders and mission leadership.Provide training and guidance on Chinese (Mandarin) language, culture, adversary behavior, and emerging trends.QualificationsRequired QualificationsActive Top Secret / SCI security clearance.Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance.Native or near-native Chinese (Mandarin) language proficiency.Demonstrated expertise in Chinese (Mandarin) culture, history, geopolitics, and military affairs.Experience supporting intelligence, information operations, cyber operations, military planning, or related national security missions.Strong analytical, briefing, and written communication skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment and support non-standard schedules when required.Preferred QualificationsPrior experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, Cyber Mission Force, or Information Operations missions.DLPT 4/4 or higher and/or ILR 4+ proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin).Experience supporting operational planning, targeting, or adversary analysis activities.Military or government intelligence background.Directly support critical national security missions.Why Join ITI Solutions?Directly support critical national security missions.Contribute to real-world operational planning and threat analysis.Join a mission-focused organization dedicated to excellence and customer success.