Arabic Linguist - TS​/SCI Security Clearance

Position: Arabic Linguist - TS/SCI with Security Clearance
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- 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. This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and includes overseas travel. We are currently seeking a highly skilled cleared Arabic Linguist to join our mission-driven team. This position requires a language professional capable of performing a wide range of complex linguistic tasks with precision and cultural insight.

What You’ll Do:

You will provide professional-level linguistic support across translation, interpretation, transcription, and Gisting including but not limited to:
Translation
* 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. Interpretation
* Provide consecutive interpretation; simultaneous interpretation may occasionally be required.
* Maintain high fidelity and fluency, demonstrating understanding of regional dialects and cultural context. Transcription
* 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. Gisting and Summarization
* 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.

What You Bring:

* TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
* 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

* 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. Why Leidos? 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. Ready to Elevate Your Career? If you’re a passionate linguist ready to support impactful work on a global scale, we encourage you to apply today. Your greatest work is ahead. At Leidos, the…