Elite Chinese MDLA: SIGINT Language Analyst

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

Job summary

NSA's Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) support the SIGINT mission by translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials for policymakers and operators.

Qualified candidates may enter the LADP or be directly hired into analytic roles, with ILR 2/2 in reading/listening and opportunities to mentor others and contribute to reports within NSA and the Intelligence Community.

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, and translate key information for policymakers and operators.
• Research cultures and geopolitical context to inform analysis.
• Apply new techniques to synthesize large volumes of data and disparate information.
• Craft written and oral assessments that provide unique insights.

Skills

Chinese language proficiency

Job description

NSA's Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) support the SIGINT mission by translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials for policymakers and operators.

Qualified candidates may enter the LADP or be directly hired into analytic roles, with ILR 2/2 in reading/listening and opportunities to mentor others and contribute to reports within NSA and the Intelligence Community.