Brazilian, Portuguese Linguist CAT III

CAT III Portuguese / Brazilian Linguist Washington, DC 20010 Clearance: Must currently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a CI polygraph after hire (if not before) Schedule: Full-time, 9am-5pm, exible with travel 2-3 times per year Experience: ILR 3 (Professional Working Pro ciency) in Portuguese (Brazilian) and English. Prior experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal government language programs. Experience working in austere or deployed settings; willingness to travel as mission dictates   SUMMARY: Category III (CAT III) Portuguese/Brazilian Linguist provide high accuracy translation, interpretation, transcription, analysis, and cultural advisement in support of national security missions   RESPONSIBILITIES: Consecutive interpretation and translation between Portuguese (Brazilian) and English during ongoing conversations, brie ngs, and intelligence collection activities Real time and non real time transcription and translation with emphasis on accuracy, completeness, and context Produce idiomatic translations of non technical materials using correct syntax and expression; accurately interpret/translate colloquial and slang usage Provide cultural and ethnic context for translations and interpretations; advise users on cultural/ethnic signi cance of statements, conversations, situations, and documents Conduct document exploitation (DOMEX): scan, research, and analyze foreign language materials to identify and report intelligence information Supplement interpretations/translations with profession speci c terminology (e.g., medical, scienti c, engineering, legal) when pertinent Support mission requirements across oral reports, public addresses (non technical), and some oral technical reports; maintain accuracy under time constraints Maintain strict con dentiality, comply with all security policies, and contribute to team work ows in dynamic operational environments QUALIFICATIONS: Required Quali cations: U.S. citizenship (required) Must currently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a CI polygraph after hire (if not already held) Must be a self-motivated, disciplined, and mature professional capable of operating with little tasking and oversight Must be capable of operating within a diverse environment and comfortable operating with limited guidance and oversight, maturity and self-motivation required ILR Level 3 proficiency in both Portuguese (Brazilian)and English Understand the essentials of all speech in a standard dialect with a broad vocabulary, rarely requiring paraphrasing or explanation Follow accurately the essentials of conversations between educated native speakers Reasonably make and answer telephone calls in Portuguese Understand radio broadcasts, news stories similar to wire service reports, oral reports, some oral technical reports, and public addresses on non technical subjects Desired Quali cations: Prior experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal government language programs Pro ciency with translation tools and linguistic analysis software; experience with secure systems and work ows Knowledge of domain speci c terminology (e.g., medicine, scienti c, engineering, legal) and the ability to apply it correctly in interpretation/translation Experience working in austere or deployed settings; willingness to travel as mission dictates   BENEFITS: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance   We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.   req25-00945

Created: 2026-04-02