Senior Chinese Language Specialist

Core4ce; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Comprehensive health coverage

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Job summary

Core4ce is seeking a Senior Chinese Language Analyst to support USCYBERCOM with native-level Chinese expertise. The role emphasizes HUMINT-focused intelligence, translation accuracy, and analytical writing for operational planning across cyber and national security missions.

Applicants should have a Master’s or equivalent, 12+ years of related experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance. This full-time position is based at Fort Meade, Maryland, with a focus on high-quality intelligence products

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with current CI Scope polygraph.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Native-level Chinese proficiency with ILR/DLPT Level 4.
• 12+ years of relevant experience including work within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reading, writing, and spoken Chinese across intelligence products.
• Provide nuanced cultural analysis of Chinese dynamics to inform decisions.
• Conduct HUMINT research and target analysis on Chinese actors and networks.
• Translate transcripts, video, and audio materials preserving meaning.

Skills

Chinese language

HUMINT analysis

Translation

Analytic writing

Bilingual English-Chinese

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s + 5 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Location

Fort Meade, Maryland, United States

Tracking Code

1379-383

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Core4ce is seeking a highly experienced Senior Chinese Language Analyst to support U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) in a mission-focused intelligence role requiring native-level Chinese language expertise and deep understanding of Chinese geopolitical, economic, and socio-cultural dynamics. The ideal candidate will possess strong HUMINT and target analysis experience, exceptional translation and analytic writing skills, and the ability to provide direct cultural and linguistic support to CI/HUMINT operations. This position requires a sophisticated understanding of Chinese actors, networks, and information environments to support intelligence analysis and operational planning across the cyber and national security mission space.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a native-level Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) language specialist, delivering precise reading, writing, and spoken communication across all intelligence products
• Provide nuanced cultural analysis of Chinese geopolitical, economic, and social dynamics to inform operational and strategic decision-making
• Conduct research, HUMINT intelligence collection, and target analysis focused on Chinese actors and networks
• Produce accurate, meaning-preserving translations of transcripts, video, and audio materials (Chinese English)
• Devise and recommend innovative methods for target language research and information exploitation
• Determine the most effective formats and channels for presenting and disseminating finished intelligence
• Provide language and cultural expertise in direct support of CI/HUMINT operations under USCYBERCOM J2X
• Collaborate with analysts and collectors to sharpen collection strategies and reporting requirements
• Author and maintain Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives
• Produce polished intelligence products and briefings for operational and senior leadership audiences
• Support surge and contingency operations requiring rapid linguistic and cultural analysis
• This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a related field, or Bachelor’s degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (17 years total)
• 12+ years of relevant experience, including work within the last 2 years
• Active TS/SCI clearance with current Counterintelligence (CI) Scope polygraph
• U.S. citizenship required
• Native-level Chinese proficiency — first or second generation fluency with command of current vernacular, colloquialisms, and terminology
• ILR/DLPT Level 4 in speaking, reading, and writing in Chinese
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese
• Working knowledge of HUMINT collection, cultural analysis, and IC/DoD classification guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to produce accurate translations and polished intelligence products in Microsoft Office formats
• Experience supporting intelligence analysis, target research, or CI/HUMINT operations involving Chinese actors or networks

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic or professional background in Chinese regional studies, political science, or cultural analysis
• Hands-on experience with HUMINT collection operations or CI/HUMINT language analysis
• Familiarity with Chinese social media platforms, technical terminology, and evolving colloquialisms
• Knowledge of Chinese military doctrine, cyber capabilities, and intelligence services (PLA, MSS, MPS)
• Knowledge of network defense principles and network infrastructure concepts in an intelligence context
• Flexibility for on-call surge support with short-notice availability during contingency operations
• Experience supporting USCYBERCOM, NSA, DIA, or other Intelligence Community organizations
• Graduate degree in Chinese studies, international relations, intelligence, or a related field

Why Work for Us?

Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.

We Offer

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
• Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses
• Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
• Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.

Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Salary Range

$120,000.00 - $148,000.00

Salary Currency

USD

Salary Type

Annually