African/French Linguist

Company: Leidos
Location: Reston
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

Coronavirus is on everyone's mind with the effects being felt around the world. The markets are volatile, and we're all concerned for the health and safety of our families, friends, and colleagues. Please know that we're taking all necessary measures to safeguard our employees, customers and the communities in which we live, including following all recommended best practices around social distancing. With that in mind, in an abundance of caution, we are canceling all face to face career events, such as job fairs and open house events. In the coming days and weeks, we will be hosting career events virtually, using our online chat tools so that we may continue our hiring practice safely and securely. You can find available virtual career events at https://career-events.leidos.com . We are using telephone meetings and online chats via Brazen to conduct interviews and hiring discussions, and we are offering options for video interviews so that you can have a virtual face to face meeting with your potential new leader. We do not conduct interviews or extend offers via text or chat based social media, such as WhatsApp or MySpace. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process, nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are generated by Leidos.com automated system. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to Chris Scalia, Leidos' Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition, at chris.a.scalia@leidos.com . As a company, as a country, as a world, we have confronted challenging moments before. We are confident that, guided by our values and the strength of our community as well as the commitment we have to the important work we do each day, we will find our way through this time together. We will do this with the care and concern for one another and the common good that defines. Please keep those impacted by the virus in your thoughts. Job #: R-00018537
Location: Reston, VA
Category: Intel
Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time
Travel Required: Yes, 75% of the time
Shift: Day
Potential for Telework: No
Clearance: None
Referral Eligibility : Eligible
Group: Intelligence Description Job Description: Leidos is currently seeking--experienced and highly qualified French translators with an additional knowledge of Fulani, Zarma, Bambara, Touareg or Tamasheq languages.-- 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.*External Referral Eligible* Security Clearance Requirements:--
        • 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 a 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.--External Referral Bonus:EligiblePotential for Telework:NoClearance Level Required:NoneTravel:Yes, 75% of the timeScheduled Weekly Hours:40Shift:DayRequisition Category:ProfessionalJob Family:Intelligence About LeidosLeidos is a Fortune 500 -- --information technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company's 38,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com . Pay and BenefitsPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here .Securing Your DataLeidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to spam.leidos@leidos.com .Commitment to DiversityAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. Description Job Description:At Leidos, everything we... Description Job Description:The Defense Group has an... Join our Talent Community to create a profile, enabling a streamlined application process and to help our recruiters better understand your areas of expertise and interest. Contact us about product information and pricing, customer feedback, stockholder services, or just to voice a concern.

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