Chinese Multidisciplined Language Analyst / Language Analyst Development Program (LADP) - Entry to Experienced Level (MD, HI, GA, UT)

About the role

NSA's Linguists, known as Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs), play a crucial role in the Intelligence Community by analyzing, transcribing, and translating foreign language materials. They contribute to the SIGINT mission, helping U.S. policymakers and military leaders understand foreign language contexts and cultural nuances.

Responsibilities

• Offer insights to U.S. policymakers and military leaders through the analysis and translation of key information.
• Research and understand other cultures and their operations within the broader geopolitical landscape.
• Develop and apply innovative solutions to complex analytic problems, such as integrating large datasets and diverse information sources.
• Provide clear and insightful written and oral assessments that complement other intelligence disciplines.
• Work independently and collaboratively, both within NSA and with other analysts in the Intelligence Community.

Requirements

• A minimum language proficiency of Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) level 2/2 in reading and listening in the target language.
• Relevant experience in professional work in the language, military, teaching, or analysis.
• Education: High School Diploma/GED plus 4 years of relevant experience, or Associate's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree with no experience.
• Experience: Entry requires a high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, etc.

Qualifications

• Intellectually curious and a strong learner.
• Proficient in Chinese (reading and listening).
• Well-organized and capable of handling multiple assignments.
• A strong written and oral communicator.
• Able to synthesize information to solve complex problems.
• Able to provide timely and accurate customer service.

Skills

• Target development.
• Social network analysis.
• Metadata analysis.
• Research methodology.
• Quantitative/Statistical analysis.
• Data modeling, mining, or science.
• Cyber security.
• Computer science or networking.
• Telecommunications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Full-time position, Monday - Friday, flexible hours between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
• Paid travel for testing.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

Salary range: $50,460 - $187,093 (Entry/Developmental, Full Performance, Senior). Benefits include a comprehensive package. Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8-hour days between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).

How to apply

Apply soonest as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates. Review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Populate the resume tool to showcase relevant work experience and education, and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification. Ensure your spam filters are configured to accept emails from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov and @uwe.nsa.gov. For job vacancies with testing requirements, also include @nsa.gov and @pearson.com. U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. Before finalizing your appointment, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. Applicants must have a minimum language proficiency of ILR level 2/2 in the target language. Applicants must complete the in-person Language Proficiency and/or Language Aptitude testing within four weeks of receiving the link. Paid travel may be necessary due to the availability of testing sites. Following testing, those selected for interview will receive an invitation via email with further instructions. Applicants must provide a response of 200 words or less to each of the four narrative questions provided. Certify that you are using your own words and did not use a consultant or AI such as ChatGPT or Copilot.