Arabic (Tunisian, Libyan or Algerian) Translator
Company: Leidos Inc
Location: Reston
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
Description
Leidos is currently seekingexperienced and highly qualifiedArabic
(Tunisian, Libyan or Algerian) Translators to support the company
-National Security Programs. The linguist will perform a full range
of activities in processing materials or participating in
situations requiring a general professional capability. We will
sponsor candidates for clearances.Required languages: Tunisian,
Libyan, Algerian + French
The linguist will perform a full range of activities in processing
materials or participating in situations requiring a general
professional capability as follows:Translation:
- Can accurately translate reports/texts in electronic and
hardcopy formats that not only contain facts but also some abstract
language showing an ability to capture intended implications and
many nuances.
- Can generally capture geopolitical, regional, ethnic, and
cultural elements in text. Word choice and expression generally
adhere to target language (TL) norms and means of expression
specific to subject field (s) and are strong enough to allow
translator to operate successively in that field.Interpretation:
- Able to interpret accurately. Normally consecutive
interpretation is needed, but on rare occasions simultaneous
interpretation may be requested
- Has good understanding of one or more regional
dialects.Transcription:
- Reviews audio or internet materials, transcribes with high
degree of accuracy and expression.
- Must possess excellent English-language written communication
skills for preparing reports.
- Has good understanding of one or more regional
dialects.Gisting/Summarizing:
- Is able to identify and accurately summarize factual points as
well as abstract concepts.
- Can triage documentation to isolate pertinent and nuanced
info.
- Master use of reference materials. Must possess computer
skills; including MS Office, to be able to produce written
translations and products and sufficient internet skills that will
allow basic research on the Web.
- Must possess excellent English-language verbal communication
skills for giving briefings.Security Clearance & Training
Requirements:
- Attending and passing all sponsor related training is a
requirement of employment
- No clearance is required to apply to the job.
- After passing the required tests, we will sponsor and upgrade
your security clearance.
- TS/SCI with polygraph is required.Linguists cannot begin work
on contract without a fully adjudicated security
clearance.Education Requirements:BA/BS and/or equivalent formal
military training and 2-15+ years of related work
experience.Language Testing Requirements:All candidates will be
required to take and pass an English and an Arabic language test
administered by Leidos or an accepted commercial testing
vendor.Desired Skills:
- Experience deployed as a linguist supporting contingency
operations,
- Knowledge of U.S. Intelligence Community, military,
cryptologic, law enforcement experience
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in
Target and English,
- Linguists who are proficient in multiple languages are strongly
desired.
- Guidelines on Residence/Travel:Travel OCONUS is a REQUIREMENT
for some of the languages under this program unless otherwise
specified. Candidate must be able to support the contract 24/7 when
on travel.Pay Range:Pay Range $68,900.00 - $124,550.00The Leidos
pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a
guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered
in extending an offer include (but are not limited to)
responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge,
skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with
market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other
law.
Keywords: Leidos Inc, Potomac , Arabic (Tunisian, Libyan or Algerian) Translator, Other , Reston, Maryland
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