Elite Chinese Language Analyst for SIGINT & Analysis

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

Job summary

NSA is seeking multilingual professionals to join the MDLA program and potential direct-hire roles supporting SIGINT missions. The role emphasizes Chinese language analysis, translation, transcription, and cross-IC collaboration.

Candidates must have ILR level 2/2 in reading/listening, a degree, and relevant language/analytical experience. Training, security clearances, and US-based travel may be required.

Qualifications

• A degree in any field is acceptable.
• At least one year of relevant experience in language work or related fields.
• ILR level 2/2 reading and listening in the target language is required.
• Entry/Developmental and Full Performance paths are described with required experience.

Responsibilities

• Engage with partners, enablers, and customers across the Intelligence Community.
• Translate, transcribe, and analyze foreign language materials.
• Develop analytic competencies through training and on-the-job tours.
• Mentor and support language analysts and maintain tool health.
• Meet ILR testing requirements and document proficiency.

Skills

CHINESE proficiency

Well organized

Written and oral communication

Synthesize information

Customer service

Education

Any degree

Job description

NSA is seeking multilingual professionals to join the MDLA program and potential direct-hire roles supporting SIGINT missions. The role emphasizes Chinese language analysis, translation, transcription, and cross-IC collaboration.

Candidates must have ILR level 2/2 in reading/listening, a degree, and relevant language/analytical experience. Training, security clearances, and US-based travel may be required.