Elite Language Analyst Development Program

CNSS • National Security Systems; Montgomery Village (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

NSA's Language Analysts (MDLAs) support the SIGINT mission by translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials for policymakers and analysts. The role emphasizes rigorous analytic writing and collaboration across the Intelligence Community.

The program offers development through the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire, with multiple operational tours and formal training to build core competencies in SIGINT analytics.

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language.
• One year of relevant experience in language work or related fields.
• For full performance/senior levels, leadership experience may be required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, and translate foreign language material for SIGINT.
• Research cultures and geopolitical contexts to support analytic work.
• Collaborate with analysts and partners across the IC on investigations.

Skills

Language proficiency ILR 2/2

Analytic writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

NSA's Language Analysts (MDLAs) support the SIGINT mission by translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials for policymakers and analysts. The role emphasizes rigorous analytic writing and collaboration across the Intelligence Community.

The program offers development through the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire, with multiple operational tours and formal training to build core competencies in SIGINT analytics.