Russian HLT/Technical Support

Leidos Inc; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Russian Linguist with HL T/Technical Support expertise to support national security missions. The role combines linguistic skills with data handling, IT concepts, and modern analytical tools to deliver actionable insights for mission requirements.

The ideal candidate has 2+ ILR Russian proficiency, a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph eligibility, and a strong technical aptitude across data platforms.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Russian with at least ILR 2+ or equivalent.
• Experience in translation, analysis, or language work.
• Strong technical aptitude across data tools and systems.
• Familiarity with IT concepts and data handling practices.
• Experience with ML/AI/LLMs is preferred.
• English proficiency test of 90% or higher is desirable.
• HLT experience in data management and IT skills is helpful.
• Experience in government or mission-driven environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leverage Russian language skills to support analysis, translation and interpretation tasks.
• Process, analyze and manage data to support mission requirements.
• Use technical tools and platforms to organize and interpret large datasets.
• Apply knowledge of ML, AI and LLMs to enhance workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights.
• Maintain accuracy in linguistic and analytical outputs.

Skills

Russian language proficiency

Security clearance TS/SCI with poly

Strong technical aptitude

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree with related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Russian Linguist (HLT/Technical Support)

Make a Global Impact - Join the Mission at Leidos

Are you ready to apply your linguistic and your HLT/Technical expertise to meaningful work that directly supports national security? At Leidos, we bring together innovative minds, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to excellence to solve the world's toughest challenges. Join a team where your contributions truly matter, and where you'll have the resources and support to thrive professionally and personally.

We are seeking a Human Language Technology specialist (HLT) with Russian language proficiency to support mission-focused efforts. While this role is designated as an HLT position, it is linguist-focused and requires strong language capabilities combined with technical aptitude. The ideal candidate will be both linguistically skilled and technically savvy, with the ability to work with data and modern analytical tools.

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph and be eligible for a clearance upgrade.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leverage Russian language skills to support analysis, translation, and interpretation tasks

• Process, analyze, and manage data to support mission requirements

• Utilize technical tools and platforms to organize and interpret large datasets

• Apply knowledge of emerging technologies, including machine learning, AI, and LLMs, to enhance analytical workflows

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights

• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in all linguistic and analytical outputs

Basic Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Russian language with a minimum of 2+ (ILR or equivalent)

• Experience or demonstrated ability in translation, analysis, or language-related work

• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to work across data management tools and systems

• Familiarity with IT concepts and data handling practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with machine learning, artificial intelligence, or large language models (LLMs)

• 90% or higher on English test

• HLT experience (data management, has IT skills, uses machine learning, AI, LLMs)

• Relevant experience within the last year

• Background in data analysis, data management, or related technical fields

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools and technologies

• Experience supporting government or mission-driven environments

What You Bring:

• An active TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph. Candidates must also be eligible for a security clearance upgrade, (must be fully adjudicated before work begins

• Bachelor's degree with 8 - 12 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with 6-10 years of related experience. (Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)

• Candidates must have experience in the Intelligence Community and Operations.

• Must successfully complete a Leidos-administered language proficiency test or equivalent

• HLT experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and target languages.

Why Leidos?

At Leidos, we're not just offering a job - we're offering a mission. As part of the Intel Sector, you'll contribute to a safer world by enabling critical intelligence efforts with AI, machine learning, and digital modernization, Mission Software Systems. From safeguarding ports and borders to anticipating geopolitical instability years in advance, our linguists play an integral role in shaping global security.

We value innovation, collaboration, and integrity - and we are looking for people who are driven to make a difference.

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

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If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: May 6, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.