Russian SIGINT Language Analyst – Translation and Analysis

the-swift-group; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift is hiring an Operational Language Analyst (Russian) to support SIGINT operations. The role involves processing language materials, translating and transcribing into idiomatic English, and identifying essential information elements for mission reporting.

Senior levels expand through quality control, mentoring, and advanced analysis. US citizenship with TS/SCI and polygraph is required; positions expect on-site work in the Reston, VA area with potential nationwide support.

Qualifications

• ILR Level 2 in Audio and/or Text Translation (within 2 years)
• 2 years cryptologic language processing experience
• At least 1 year translation/transcription/gisting as primary duties
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required
• ILR Level 3 in Audio and/or Text Translation (within 2 years)
• 10 years of combined relevant experience (Level 4)
• ILR Level 3 in BOTH Audio and Text Translation (within 2 years)

Responsibilities

• Process voice and/or graphic language materials in support of SIGINT operations
• Translate, transcribe, and gist foreign language materials into clear, idiomatic English
• Identify and extract essential elements of information (EEIs)
• Support mission reporting through accurate and timely language analysis
• Utilize standard tools and databases to support analysis and reporting

Skills

Cryptologic language processing

Translation & transcription

Quality control (QC) knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or +2 years experience

Bachelor's Degree or +4 years experience

Job description

Swift is hiring an Operational Language Analyst (Russian) to support SIGINT operations. The role involves processing language materials, translating and transcribing into idiomatic English, and identifying essential information elements for mission reporting.

Senior levels expand through quality control, mentoring, and advanced analysis. US citizenship with TS/SCI and polygraph is required; positions expect on-site work in the Reston, VA area with potential nationwide support.