Russian Cryptologic Language Analyst

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is looking for a skilled Cryptologic Linguist based in Fort Meade, Maryland. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Russian, substantial language processing experience, and must maintain a TS/SCI with Poly security clearance.

A diverse culture focused on meaningful work and professional growth awaits. Compensation ranges from $85,000 to $165,000 based on skills and experience. The position also supports continuous learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in a related field.
• Performance at ILR skill level 3 in audio/text translation from Russian.
• Experience in Cryptologic Operations performing language processing in Russian.

Responsibilities

• Scan, sort, and categorize foreign language materials.
• Translate and transcribe complex materials from Russian to English.
• Perform quality control on language processing activities.

Skills

Russian language proficiency

Audio and text translation

Quality control in language processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

High school diploma or equivalent with 6 years relevant experience

Job description

Requisition Number: 26701

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $165,000.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Poly

Level of Experience: Mid

Overview

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division that delivers cyber and mission IT, electronic warfare, and C5ISR systems.

Summary

The Warfare Systems group at HII–Mission Technologies delivers cutting‑edge cyber, electronic warfare, and space capabilities to meet today’s rapidly evolving, multi‑domain security challenges. We are a diverse, mission‑focused organization committed to providing meaningful, challenging work for driven professionals. Our culture prioritizes continuous learning, career mobility, and active engagement within our communities.

What You Will Do

• Scanning, sorting/categorizing foreign language written and verbal materials to recover essential elements of information
• Completing lists, translations, and transcriptions of complex and sophisticated written and/or spoken materials from required language to English, and English to the required language
• Performing quality control on language processing activities
• Compiling and updating operational work aids and databases
• Drafting intelligence reports

What We Are Looking For

• 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in a related field; or 0 years of experience with a Master’s in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant experience
• Performance at Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) skill level 3 in audio translation and text translation from Russian into idiomatic, standard American English; skill level shall be documented within 2 years prior to resume submission
• Full‑time experience in Cryptologic Operations performing language processing in Russian
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly

Bonus Points

• Translating and/or transcribing, and gisting shall be the primary duty for at least 2 of the 4 years of experience
• Reporting shall be the primary duty for no more than 1 year of the required 4 years
• 2 years of end product reporting experience
• 3 years performing Computer Network Operations

Salary Ranges

• Senior Cryptologic Linguist : $125,000 - $165,000
• Cryptologic Linguist : $105,000 - $140,000
• Cryptologic Linguist, Associate : $75,000 - $115,000

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.