Arabic Linguist

Overview:

They will read, analyze, and draft communications regarding regional and ideological discussions in specified foreign language media environments.

Responsibilities:

• Examine current media statements or postings to support trend analysis and identify key communicators.
• Demonstrates reading and writing expertise in the assigned language and incorporates custom social media solutions to comprehend online environments and communicate trends effectively.
• Supports operations planning.
• Demonstrates knowledge of online social media and different technologies, as well as documents activities, notes, informative papers, or whitepapers written in English.
• The ability to work nonstandard hours and on-call status for periods of time will be required.

Qualifications:

• Active in-scope TS/SCI Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related business or technical discipline.
• Requires 3+ years of related experience OR Associate’s degree in a related discipline and 7+ years of related experience, OR 9+ years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Arabic language proficiency equivalent to ILR 3 in reading & writing.
• Fluent in modern day Yemen dialect and common slang.
• Deep understanding and familiarity with Yemen popular culture and current societal and political events and issues.
• Strong written, oral (English) and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• OSINT experience.
• Military or Department of Defense experience.

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Must be comfortable working in a multi-cultural environment.
• Some evenings, weekends, or shift work will be required.
• Some travel may be required.