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Multidisciplined Language Analyst / Language Analyst Development Program (LADP)
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
Department of Defense
Location
Georgia
Salary
$50,460 - $187,093
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job at the National Security Agency involves using foreign language skills to analyze signals intelligence, helping solve problems and support missions by working closely with intelligence partners.
It's ideal for people passionate about languages and national security who enjoy collaborative, dynamic work in a high-stakes environment.
Entry-level roles are available for those with basic education and some experience, with paths to advance based on skills and performance.
Key Requirements
- Proficiency in a foreign language, demonstrated through experience or testing
- Education: High school diploma/GED with 4-10 years relevant experience (depending on level), or Associate's/Bachelor's/Master's/Doctoral degree with reduced experience requirements
- Ability to collaborate with intelligence community partners, enablers, and customers
- Inclusive problem-solving approach for mission accomplishment
- Relevant experience in language analysis or SIGINT (Signals Intelligence)
- Successful completion of language proficiency testing and interviews
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance (implied for NSA roles)
Full Job Description
Are you passionate about using your foreign language skills, working at the forefront of NSA's exciting SIGINT mission? Learn more.
ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 4 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree with no experience.
FULL PERFORMANCE Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience.
SENIOR Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience.
A degree in any field is acceptable. **Following testing, those applicants selected for interview will receive an invitation via email with further instructions.
Be diligent with monitoring your email and SPAM to ensure you do not miss time sensitive information.
**When submitting your application, please ensure that you fully populate all sections of the resume tool with all relevant skills, experience, and education, as the resume entered into the tool will be the primary resume used to evaluate your application.
Please do NOT populate the resume tool with 'see resume.' Please ensure that your resume reflects your experience in/with a foreign language. Major Duties:
NSA's Linguists, known as Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs), are expected to take an inclusive approach to problem solving and mission accomplishment by frequently engaging with partners, enablers, and customers across the Intelligence Community.
Based on skill level and experience, NSA MDLAs are considered for either the Language Analysis Development Program (LADP) or direct hire into positions supporting an analytic mission office.
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