Kurdish Linguist (TS/SCI) — Global Intelligence Support

Leidos Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Reston, Virginia is seeking a Kurdish Linguist to provide translation, interpretation, transcription, and gisting support for national security programs. You will work on high‑impact language tasks across multiple platforms to deliver accurate, timely intelligence products.

Required: TS/SCI with polygraph, BA/BS or equivalent military training and 4–8 years, or a Masters with 2–6 years. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to pass Leidos language tests.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent formal military training plus 4-8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's with 2-6 years of relevant experience.
• Translation and/or interpretation degree is highly desired.
• Must pass language proficiency tests administered by LEIDOS or equivalent.
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional-level linguistic support across translation, interpretation, transcription, and gisting.
• Maintain high fidelity and cultural/contextual accuracy.
• Identify and summarize key information from large datasets.

Skills

Language proficiency

Translation

Interpreting

Transcription

Education

BA/BS or equivalent training

Master's degree (optional)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leidos in Reston, Virginia is seeking a Kurdish Linguist to provide translation, interpretation, transcription, and gisting support for national security programs. You will work on high‑impact language tasks across multiple platforms to deliver accurate, timely intelligence products.

Required: TS/SCI with polygraph, BA/BS or equivalent military training and 4–8 years, or a Masters with 2–6 years. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to pass Leidos language tests.