Senior Arabic Linguist (TS/SCI) — National Security Impact

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 92,300 - 166,850; Full time

Job summary

Leidos invites linguists with strong translation, interpretation, transcription, and summarization skills to join a team supporting national security efforts. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, and the ability to translate Arabic and English with high fidelity and cultural nuance.

Applicants should hold a relevant degree and substantial experience, demonstrate proficiency in MS Office and online research, and be prepared to undergo Leidos language proficiency testing at senior

Qualifications

• BA degree with 15+ years of relevant experience or a Master's degree with 13+ years of relevant experience.
• Translation and/or interpretation degree is highly desirable.
• HLT experience is a plus.
• Must pass language proficiency tests at senior level or higher.
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic online research required.

Responsibilities

• Translate materials from Arabic into English and vice versa with contextual accuracy.
• Provide consecutive and possibly simultaneous interpretation.
• Transcribe audio and produce high-quality English reports.
• Identify and summarize key facts from large data sets using reference materials.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Online research

Language proficiency tests

Education

Bachelor's degree with extensive experience

Master's degree

Translation/Interpretation degree

Tools

HLT experience

Job description

Leidos invites linguists with strong translation, interpretation, transcription, and summarization skills to join a team supporting national security efforts. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, and the ability to translate Arabic and English with high fidelity and cultural nuance.

Applicants should hold a relevant degree and substantial experience, demonstrate proficiency in MS Office and online research, and be prepared to undergo Leidos language proficiency testing at senior