Multidisciplined Language Analyst​/Language Analyst Development Program; LADP National Securi

Position description

NSA's Linguists, known as Multidisciplined Language Analysts (MDLAs), are expected to take an inclusive approach to problem solving and mission accomplishment by 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. LADP:
The LADP, which lasts up to three years, provides an intensive, accelerated opportunity to acquire the unique technical skills and experience needed to apply knowledge and analytic ability to the SIGINT mission and help MDLAs achieve core analytic competencies in accordance with the Cryptologic Training System Training Standard and the MDLA competencies framework. The program includes 4-5 operational tours in a variety of offices, interspersed with formal classroom and computer-based training.

These on-the-job operational tours focus on analyzing foreign language materials within the framework of the two main SIGINT disciplines of intelligence analysis - SIGINT reporting and SIGINT development. MDLAs contribute to NSA s SIGINT mission in several ways: analyzing, transcribing, and translating key information for policymakers and military leaders; researching cultures and geopolitical contexts; applying new techniques to address analytic problems;

understanding communications and technology trends; crafting written and oral assessments; and working both independently and collaboratively in research, analysis, and reporting.

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The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: performing professional work in the language (for example, translation, transcription), military, teaching, and analysis; OR non-language work in fields such as intelligence analysis, international relations, security studies, intelligence studies, journalism, law, STEM fields (for example, computer science, chemistry, space or weapons systems, or cyber), and other topics relevant to NSA mission.

Applicants must have a minimum language proficiency of ILR level 2/2 in reading and listening in the target language. ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL: 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: high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associate s degree plus 5 years, or a Bachelor s degree plus 3 years, or a Master s degree plus 1 year, or a Doctoral degree with no experience.

SENIOR: high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience, or an Associate s degree plus 8 years, or a Bachelor s degree plus 6 years, or a Master s degree plus 4 years, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years. EXPERT: high school diploma or GED plus 13 years of relevant experience, or an Associate s degree plus 11 years, or a Bachelor s degree plus 9 years, or a Master s degree plus 7 years, or a Doctoral degree plus 5 years.

A degree in any field is acceptable. When submitting your application, ensure that you fully populate all sections of the resume tool with all relevant skills, experience, and education, as the resume entered will be the primary resume used to evaluate your application. Do NOT populate the resume tool with "see resume." Please include in your resume any/all foreign languages you have experience with.

Skills:

The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, has a desire for continual learning, and is:

• Proficient (reading and listening) in a foreign language.
• Well organized and able to handle multiple assignments.
• A strong written and oral communicator.
• Able to synthesize information to solve complex problems.
• Able to provide timely and accurate customer service.

Coursework, knowledge, and experience in one or more of the following are desired:

• Target development
• Social network analysis
• Metadata analysis
• Research methodology
• Topical or Regional studies relevant to national security
• Quantitative/Statistical analysis
• Data modeling, mining, or science
• Cyber security
• Computer science or networking
• Telecommunications

Relevant internships, extracurricular activities, and/or foreign study are also considered. Prior military experience with language analysis cryptologic experience will be considered. In most cases, Experienced Level Language Analysts at NSA will have experience in areas such as language quality control; serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME); authoring and releasing reports; mentoring, coaching, and leading other Language Analysts; ensuring the technical health of the mission;

mastering and coaching others on the use of internal tools; testing at ILR 3/3 levels for…