Operational Intelligence, an Avantus Federal Company, a NewSpring Holdings Company, is a mission-focused services and solutions company headquartered in McLean, VA. Drawing upon its heritage companies’ histories of consistent growth and high performance in the federal services market, Avantus ensures eminence is earned, sustained and grown.
Avantus’ services and solutions are designed, tailored, and executed based on our long history of helping our Homeland Security, Defense, Intelligence, and Federal Civilian customers solve complex challenges. Our capabilities include Project & Portfolio Management, Facilities, Acquisition & Sustainment, Systems Engineering Technical Services, Operations & Analysis, Transformation & Advisory Services, Data & Software Solutions, Digital Innovation, and Augmented Intelligence.
Position Overview:
We are searching for an Arabic linguist to support Defense Intelligence Agency at Quantico, VA.
Responsibilities:
Linguists will work in a very fast-paced, fluid environment. This role may require working occassional nights or weekends. Linguists are required to perform a broad range of tasks, not just translation. This role will require regular use of Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat as well as a variety of customized tools and databases.
Required Qualifications:
A current, active TS/SCI clearance #AvantusClearedJob
Will be required to complete a CI Poly before employment.
Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) Level 3 (General Professional Proficiency) or above in both English and the target language. The client requires current test scores of ILR 3 or higher in reading, writing, listening, and speaking for both the target language and English.
Provide written translations or gists of provided documents or material
Provide advice on regional and cultural issues related to the geographic area of the target language
Use of standard Microsoft Office Products
Provide quality control of the translations of others
Update related knowledge management tools
Use appropriate formats to produce required content
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong preference for candidates with a CI Poly, especially any who are DIA cleared
BA/BS highly desirable but not strictly required
IC experience – CI/HUMINT preferred
Strong communication and briefing skills
Ability to work well both independently and on teams
Company EEO Statement:
Avantus Federal is an equal opportunity employer and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) federal contractor. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other category protected by law. Avantus hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
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