Future-Ready Language Analyst Development Program

CNSS • National Security Systems; Forest Heights (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CNSS • National Security Systems seeks a multilingual analyst to contribute to NSA SIGINT missions. The role focuses on translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials to support policy and operational decision-making.

The position emphasizes rigorous linguistic skills, analytical thinking, and collaboration across NSA and the Intelligence Community. Experience in language-related analysis is valued, with on-the-job training through LADP or direct entry.

Qualifications

• Minimum ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the targeted language.
• At least one year of relevant experience in language work or related fields.
• Any bachelor’s degree or equivalent acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Offer policymakers and leaders a window into the foreign language world through analysis, transcription, and translation.
• Research cultures and geopolitical contexts relevant to NSA SIGINT mission.
• Develop creative solutions to analytic problems by synthesizing data from diverse sources.
• Demonstrate understanding of communications and technology trends.
• Craft written and oral assessments with unique insights for NSA customers.
• Work independently and with teams across NSA and IC in research, analysis, and reporting.

Skills

ILR 2/2 (Reading)

ILR 2/2 (Listening)

Translation/Transcription

Education

Any degree

Job description

CNSS • National Security Systems seeks a multilingual analyst to contribute to NSA SIGINT missions. The role focuses on translating, transcribing, and analyzing foreign language materials to support policy and operational decision-making.

The position emphasizes rigorous linguistic skills, analytical thinking, and collaboration across NSA and the Intelligence Community. Experience in language-related analysis is valued, with on-the-job training through LADP or direct entry.