Junior Linguist Analyst

The Junior Linguist Analyst with Peraton Labs will conduct the full lifecycle of advanced Chinese language exploitation, from the curation and collection of Chinese language sources to the dissemination of high-quality analytic production in the furtherance of customer missions. The Junior Linguist Analyst will be expected to:

• Perform collection of publicly available Chinese languge source documents, either using in-depth subject matter expertise in conjunction with cutting-edge software tools.
• Collaborate with technical staff to ingest, process, and structure collected data in preparation for analytic exploitation.
• Exploit collected data to produce high-quality analytical deliverables.
• Present analytical findings to industry subject matter experts and executive audiences.

We are hiring multiple junior Chinese linguist analysts in this role. Individual job responsibilities will be tailored to each candidate’s background and experience.

Skills and Experience Required:

• 2 years with BS/BA or MS/MA, 6 years no degree
• 2-4 years of experience performing analysis using Chinese language skills
• in lieu of degree, 4 years of experience can be supplemented
• Advanced Chinese reading skills. Current proficiency can be validated either by standardized testing scores (ILR 2+ for reading) and/or by relevant work experience, writing samples, or references
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Chinese language aid software (e.g., Wenlin, Pleco)
• Ability to work individually
• Active Top Secret Clearance
• US Citizenship

Desired Experience:

• IC Targeter background

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.