Pashto/dari Linguist

Leidos

Reston, VA, United States
Base: $73,450.00 - $132,775.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Not specified
Pashto and dari proficiency
Translation and interpretation
Transcription and gisting
Leidos is seeking a Pashto/Dari Linguist to provide linguistic support in translation, interpretation, transcription, and summarization, contributing to national security efforts. The position requires strong proficiency in both languages, cultural awareness, and the ability to work under potentially demanding conditions, including travel. Candidates will receive support for obtaining necessary security clearances and are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications

Job Summary

  • Make a Global Impact – Join the Mission at Leidos and apply your linguistic expertise to meaningful work that directly supports national security.
  • You will provide professional-level linguistic support across translation, interpretation, transcription, and Gisting including but not limited to: Translation, Interpretation, Transcription, and Gisting.
  • Leidos will sponsor and upgrade security clearances for eligible candidates and offers a mission-driven team where your contributions truly matter.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Leidos is seeking a Pashto/Dari Linguist to provide linguistic support in translation, interpretation, transcription, and summarization, contributing to national security efforts. The position requires strong proficiency in both languages, cultural awareness, and the ability to work under potentially demanding conditions, including travel. Candidates will receive support for obtaining necessary security clearances and are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications.

Salary

Base: $73,450.00 - $132,775.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pashto and Dari proficiency
  • translation and interpretation
  • transcription and gisting
  • cultural awareness and insight
  • TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Nice-to-have

  • supporting contingency operations
  • familiarity with US Intelligence Community
  • ability to brief stakeholders
  • proficiency in multiple languages

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and 4-8 years experience or Master's with 2-6 years experience
  • Successfully complete Leidos-administered language proficiency test
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Able to obtain TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Work Rights

Must be able to obtain TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Sponsorship: available

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