Elite Language Analyst Development Program

CNSS • National Security Systems; Fairland (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NSA seeks Linguists, MDLAs, to support SIGINT mission through language analysis, translation, transcription, and research. LADP offers an intensive training path with multiple operational tours and classroom learning to build analytic capabilities.

The role emphasizes independent work and collaboration across the Intelligence Community, with a focus on foreign language materials and developing unique analytic insights for policymakers and partners.

Qualifications

• Minimum language proficiency ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language.
• Degree in any field acceptable.
• At least one year of relevant experience in language work or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Offer policymakers and military leaders insights by analyzing, transcribing, and translating key information.
• Research and understand cultures and geopolitical context.
• Apply new techniques to analyze large data sets and sources.
• Craft written and oral assessments providing unique insights.

Skills

ILR 2/2 (reading)

ILR 2/2 (listening)

Translation

Transcription

Language analysis

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

Job description

NSA seeks Linguists, MDLAs, to support SIGINT mission through language analysis, translation, transcription, and research. LADP offers an intensive training path with multiple operational tours and classroom learning to build analytic capabilities.

The role emphasizes independent work and collaboration across the Intelligence Community, with a focus on foreign language materials and developing unique analytic insights for policymakers and partners.