SCA Analytic Linguist Security Clearance

SCA Analytic Linguist with Security Clearance

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Description:

Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder‑owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.

SOSi is seeking Spanish Linguists in Oxford, MS to support our federal law enforcement customer. The Spanish Analytic Linguist will provide operational support to support linguist and translator duties as assigned by the PMO. The role will involve providing live monitoring, translation, transcription, and interpretation support for our customer's ongoing and upcoming investigations. Additionally, these assignments require the flexibility to work assigned shift schedules, including the possibility of nights and weekends.

The ideal candidate will be a computer savvy, “self‑starter”, capable of hitting the ground running and flexible to support assignments on very short notice.

• Monitor live communication and listen to or read foreign language communications lawfully intercepted, perform immediate verbal summaries, then subsequent written or typed summaries into the English language.
• Transcribe audio/video and written communications to and from source language to English as required.
• Interpret consecutively or simultaneously to and from source language to English as required.
• Validate by reviewing others' original translation, transcription, or quality control review to attest the accuracy of the final work.
• Summarize by providing concise and accurate synopsis of oral or written communications.
• Provide reliable, accurate gist and summaries of intercepted communication to law enforcement officers.
• Attend federal and state legal briefings, known as Title III minimization, prior to the beginning of any new investigation.
• Assist law enforcement officers in the preparation of evidence and investigation summaries for the possibility of federal or state trials.
• Serve as a “fact” witness in federal or state court when subpoenaed to testify.
• Maintain regular communication with the program manager and keep them informed of available hours/days/shifts for upcoming assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the customer or the Program Manager.

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be a U.S. citizen or law‑fully permanent resident in the U.S. with legal work status. Only U.S. citizens will have access to classified documents.
• Minimum of one (1) year of translation experience in the required language.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English and the target language as demonstrated through testing (no more than five years prior).
• Certified or able to certify in listening, speaking, reading, and writing language proficiency in target native language and English.
• Familiarity with the following intercept systems is a plus:
  Jatom Systems Incorporated (JSI) Voice Box Intercept System;
  Pen‑Link Lincoln Intercept System.
• Strong oral communication skills to effectively communicate with law enforcement officials of varying backgrounds.
• Ability to understand slang and colloquial expressions in the native language and translate them into English while conveying original meaning and context.
• Native fluency in a language other than English.
• Excellent command of English with the ability to produce clear and concise written translations, transcriptions, and summaries.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn new software.
• Typing speed minimum 40 words per minute (WPM).
• Familiarity with various media storage including cassettes, videos, and digital media.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet specific deadlines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

• Experience as a linguist in support of defense, intelligence, or law enforcement agencies.
• Federal law enforcement clearance.
• Flexibility to support assignments on short notice.
• Availability for multiple shifts, including weekends.

• Fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Shift‑based schedules may include 24/7 coverage.
• Office environment at different locations depending on assignment.

Entry level

Full‑time

Information Technology

Legal Services

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.