Arabic Linguist - TS/SCI

LeidosVienna, VA
Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

  • Translation and/or interpretation degree is highly desired
  • HLT experience a plus
  • US immigration experience is highly desired
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Benefits

  • competitive compensation
  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement
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