Russian​/Chinese Triage Examiners

Overview

The Intel Sector is seeking experienced Russian/Chinese Triage Examiners in multiple languages to perform media exploitation (MEDEX) and triage in support of a customer in the National Capital Region (NCR). Triage Examiners should have experience in general linguist operations and Document and Media Exploitation (DOMEX), and are expected to leverage language and analytical skills as well as advanced computer systems aptitude to address triage examination projects.

Examiners will perform eDiscovery examinations of electronic media for content of interest using a suite of forensic examination tools, identify and prioritize items of importance for further processing, and follow customer standard operating procedures. Examiners will communicate progress and significant findings to supervisors and prepare a report of findings for dissemination to customers.

Required Language: Spanish/Chinese

• Perform data discovery on large datasets of foreign language material and identify essential elements of information.
• Convert, reformat, parse, and otherwise exploit media files using customer tools to ensure compatibility for translation systems.
• Prepare files and metadata for transfer to translation systems, including review of foreign-language data.
• Produce reports of findings and disseminate to customers, analysts, and liaison officers.
• Prepare accurate written gists, translations, and/or transcriptions of general and technical material.
• Operational experience within the Spanish/Chinese language.

• Proficiency in required language skills, analytical abilities, and technical aptitude to gain proficiency with job-required tools and processes (on-the-job training provided as needed).
• Native-level proficiency in English.
• Two years of experience in Hausa and Spanish linguist operations (translation, language analysis) and two years of experience performing media examination for DOMEX projects.
• Willingness to perform occasional shift work to meet mission demands.
• Minimum scores:
  Reading and Listening in Spanish/Chinese at 3/3 and 3+/3+ in English.
• BA degree and/or 4 years of prior relevant experience in lieu of degree, or Masters with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to compose succinct, accessible summaries of highly technical material.
• Problem-solving skills for ill-defined and abstract problems; ability to maintain momentum over a long period with limited oversight.
• Ability to rapidly scan and process large amounts of foreign-language material for essential information.
• Ability to understand customer prioritization and apply it to files under review; exercise personal judgment on value of files and information.
• Demonstrated history in screening or translation projects while maintaining meaning of translated material.
• Professional written and verbal communication (email, spoken, and reports).
• Ability to make sound decisions, handle stress, meet deadlines, and perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with report writing styles for DoD and IC consumers.
• Working proficiency with standard computer systems and office programs, with experience in media examination tools.
• Ability to use or gain proficiency in customer-specific software programs and tools.

• Must currently possess at least an active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.
• Current or recent SCI-level access is a significant advantage and preferred.
• Must be able to pass a polygraph and Subject Interview.

• Native-level proficiency in foreign language(s).
• Graduate of the Defense Language Institute Spanish or Chinese Course.
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, Legal, Medical, Banking and Financing, Foreign Military, or Forensics.
• Familiarity with Digital Forensics/eDiscovery/DOMEX processes and tools (e.g., FTK, EnCase).
• Past experience as a media examiner supporting DoD or IC customers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.