Language Analyst Development Program – Fast-Track

CNSS • National Security Systems; Cushing (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks Linguists (MDLAs) to advance SIGINT missions. MDLAs may join the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or be placed directly into analytic roles, with tours across offices and on-the-job training to build core analytic competencies.

Responsibilities include analyzing foreign language material, translating, and reporting. The LADP lasts up to three years, with multiple operational tours and formal training to enhance language analytics capabilities.

Qualifications

• ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening for the target language.
• At least 1 year of relevant language or non-language experience in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, and translate key foreign language information.
• Research cultures and geopolitical context to inform assessments.
• Apply analytical techniques to large data sets from disparate sources.
• Craft written and oral assessments for policymakers and IC partners.
• Collaborate with NSA and other IC analysts on research and reporting.

Skills

Language proficiency ILR 2/2 (reading,

Translation

Transcription

Intelligence analysis

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

National Security Agency (NSA) seeks Linguists (MDLAs) to advance SIGINT missions. MDLAs may join the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or be placed directly into analytic roles, with tours across offices and on-the-job training to build core analytic competencies.

Responsibilities include analyzing foreign language material, translating, and reporting. The LADP lasts up to three years, with multiple operational tours and formal training to enhance language analytics capabilities.