Linguist

The Ascendancy Group•Tampa, FL

22h

About The Position

Linguist The Ascendancy Group’s Mission To be the unequaled provider of special operations forces (SOF) and Intelligence Community focused technical, service, and training-based solutions. Overview The Linguist position is a full-time position enhancing operational reach, situational awareness, and partner-nation collaboration by enabling accurate and contextually appropriate communication across all phases of planning and execution as part of Operations in the Information Environment (OIE). This position is contingent upon contract award. Security Requirement: TS/SCI or TS w/SCI Eligibility

Requirements

Native or near-native fluency in both English and at least one of the target languages: Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Farsi, French, Portuguese, Russian, German, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Tagalog
Must possess a Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) score of 4/4 (reading and listening), or equivalent as determined by government standards
Experience supporting DoD, IC, or interagency missions in translation, interpretation, or language-enabled analysis in at least one of the target languages
Demonstrated experience supporting operations in the information environment, irregular warfare, or influence-focused operations
Familiarity with MISO, PSYOP, civil affairs, or public diplomacy missions, and how language shapes audience engagement
Working knowledge of regional media ecosystems, disinformation trends, and foreign adversary messaging practices
Linguists may be required to complete an annual evaluation and retesting process to determine eligibility for possible extension of services required

Nice To Haves

Degree in Linguistics, Area Studies, International Relations, or Cultural Anthropology
Experience supporting the relevant Combatant Command or other Theater Special Operations Commands
Experience working with audience analysis teams, narrative analysis, or strategic communication planners
Experience with DOMEX or foreign media exploitation tools and tradecraft
Familiarity with OSINT platforms and social media exploitation tools
CI polygraph

Responsibilities

Provides expert language support and culturally attuned interpretation and translation services, operational literacy, cultural nuance, and the ability to function as a trusted bridge between U.S. forces and local, partner, or adversary populations.
Translates and interpret foreign language materials, including digital media, broadcasts, social media content, and documents relevant to operations in the information environment.
Provides cultural context analysis to ensure accurate understanding of language tone, idioms, and symbolism used in target regions or among specific audiences.
Supports Information Forces and Info activities such as MISO, PSYOP, and Public Affairs by translating audience-facing products and advising on cultural resonance.
Conducts open-source collection and language-enabled research in support of audience analysis, sentiment assessments, and adversary influence campaigns.
Supports document and media exploitation (DOMEX), extracting mission-relevant insights from recovered or publicly available foreign-language materials.
Collaborates with analysts, planners, and operators to identify linguistic or cultural gaps in plans, products, and messaging strategies.
Assists in monitoring foreign media ecosystems, identifying themes, narratives, and disinformation relevant to U.S. operations or interests.
Contributes to adversary behavior assessments by analyzing foreign-language statements, publications, and regional discourse in the Information Environment.

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