Arabic Linguist - TS​/SCI

Description Arabic Linguist with a polygraph Make a Global Impact – Join the Mission at Leidos

Are you ready to apply your linguistic expertise to impactful work that directly supports the Intelligence Community? At Leidos , you’ll join a mission-driven team where innovation, collaboration, and excellence come together to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges. This is an opportunity to make a real difference while growing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. You’ll have access to cutting-edge tools, strong leadership, and meaningful work that truly matters.

Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph . Candidates must also be eligible for a security clearance upgrade , as required for this role.

You will provide professional-level linguistic support across translation, interpretation, transcription ,
and
Gisting including but not limited to:

• Accurately translate materials (both digital and hard copy)
  from Arabic into English and vice versa.

• Capture subtle nuances, cultural references, and abstract concepts with contextual accuracy.

• Capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and cultural references effectively.

• Use terminology and expression consistent with subject matter norms in the target language.

• Provide consecutive interpretation ;
  simultaneous interpretation may occasionally be required.

• Maintain high fidelity and fluency, demonstrating understanding of regional dialects and cultural context.

• Listen to audio or review internet-based content and transcribe accurately and efficiently.

• Produce high-quality English-language reports based on audio/visual materials.

• Demonstrate nuanced understanding of dialectical variations.

• Identify and summarize key facts and abstract concepts accurately.

• Prioritize and extract critical information from large datasets.

• Use reference materials effectively to support quality output.

• An active TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph . Candidates must also be eligible for a security clearance upgrade , (must be fully adjudicated before work begins).

• Bachelor’s degree with 8-12
  years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with 6-10 years of related experience. (Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)

• 3+ years of professional and recent translation and interpretation experience.

• Must successfully complete a Leidos-administered language proficiency test or equivalent at the Senior level or higher

• Translation and/or interpretation degree is highly desired

• HLT experience a plus

• US immigration experience is highly desired

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and target languages.

• Successfully completing the required weapons training.

• Travel OCONUS is a REQUIREMENT on this program. Candidate must be able to support the contract 24/7 when on travel.

• Experience supporting contingency operations as a deployed linguist.

• Familiarity with the U.S. Intelligence Community, military operations, or law enforcement environments.

• Ability to effectively brief and communicate findings to various stakeholders.

• Proficiency in multiple languages is a strong asset.

At Leidos, we’re not just offering a job — we’re offering a mission. As part of the Intel Sector , you'll contribute to a safer world by enabling critical intelligence efforts with AI, machine learning, and digital modernization, Mission Software Systems () . From safeguarding ports and borders to anticipating geopolitical instability years in advance, our linguists play an integral role in shaping global security.

We value innovation, collaboration, and integrity - and we are looking for people who are driven to make a difference.

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