SIGINT Language Analyst—Development Track

CNSS • National Security Systems; Burtonsville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Are you passionate about applying your foreign language skills in national security? NSA's Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) engage with partners across the Intelligence Community to analyze, transcribe, and translate key information for policymakers and military leaders.

LADP provides intense, rotating tours to build SIGINT analytics and language capabilities. Applicants should have ILR level 2/2 proficiency in reading/listening and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• ILR level 2/2 proficiency in reading and listening for the target language.
• At least one year of relevant experience in language or related fields.
• Entry/Developmental: HS diploma +4 years or equivalent; Bachelor's degree with no experience.
• Senior: extensive relevant experience and potential leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, transcribe, and translate key information for policymakers.
• Research cultures and geopolitical contexts.
• Develop creative solutions to analytic problems with data from multiple sources.
• Collaborate with NSA analysts and IC partners on research, analysis, and reporting.

Skills

ILR proficiency

Language analysis

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

High school diploma or GED with relevant experience

Job description

Are you passionate about applying your foreign language skills in national security? NSA's Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs) engage with partners across the Intelligence Community to analyze, transcribe, and translate key information for policymakers and military leaders.

LADP provides intense, rotating tours to build SIGINT analytics and language capabilities. Applicants should have ILR level 2/2 proficiency in reading/listening and at least one year of relevant experience.