Reference #:
MLS573-LI

Position:
Cryptologic Linguist – Operational Linguists. Arabic (MSA), Dari, Persian Farsi, Pashto, Urdu, Indonesian, Kurdish, Russian, Kurdish Sorani, and Somali.

Location(s):
MD, GA, AK, HI, TX, MI

Job Description:
- Transcription of spoken language into either their native language or a machine-compatible transliteration system
- Translation of spoken language or graphic materials into modern American English in either verbatim or gisted format
- Scanning of foreign materials and assigning disposition codes in accordance with established guidance
- Drafting of SIGINT report as requested
- Review and analyze foreign language materials in light of other source information
- Provide quality control of translated (verbatim and/or gisted) materials as requested
- Sharing of language expertise
- Participation in analyst-to-analyst exchanges, seminars, and conferences as requested
- Travel in support of the above tasks when requested
- Experience requirements will vary depending on position

Required Experience:
- Minimum of a level 3/3 in the required skills (translation, listening, reading) defined by the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR)
- Sufficient English speaking skills to effectively produce well-written and accurate gists, summaries, translation, and reports in American English
- Native or near-native competency in the foreign language and excellent command of the grammar, construction, and syntax
- Linguistic expertise of the target language and cultural knowledge of its environment
- Basic data entry and word processing skills and the ability to use advanced language software programs
- Basic Internet research skills

Required Education:
- Experience requirements will vary depending on position but at a minimum 1-4 years experience in the field, a minimum HS/GED is required. Having an AA is preferred.

Citizenship:
U.S. Citizenship Required

Security Clearance:
TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

To Apply:
Please submit your resume (MNassiri@MLSolutions.com or EMoreno@MLSolutions.com )

- A detailed updated CV identifying language/dialect skills and experience (submitted as an attachment in MS Word or PDF)
- A cover letter highlighting key qualifications and relevant teaching and translation/interpretation experience
- Information regarding earliest availability
- Citizenship and place of birth
- Salary requirements
- Type of security clearance held
- Names and contact information for three References
- Willingness to relocate

Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. Positions may vary based on candidate’s experience, training and education.

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