Brazilian, Portuguese Linguist CAT III
$110k - $120kPop-Up Talent
Base Pay Range $110,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr Requirements Clearance: Must presently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a CI polygraph after hire. Schedule: Full‑time, 9 am‑5 pm, flexible with travel 2‑3 times per year. Experience: ILR Level 3 (Professional Working Proficiency) in Brazilian Portuguese and English; prior experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal government language programs; experience working in austere or deployed settings; willingness to travel. Summary Category III (CAT III) Portuguese/Brazilian Linguist providing 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, briefings, 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 significance 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‑specific terminology (e.g., medical, scientific, 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 confidentiality, comply with all security policies, and contribute to team workflows in dynamic operational environments. Qualifications Active TS/SCI security clearance and ability to obtain a CI polygraph after hire. Self‑motivated, disciplined, and mature professional capable of operating with little tasking and oversight. Capable of operating within a diverse environment and comfortable with limited guidance. ILR Level 3 proficiency in both Portuguese (Brazilian) and English. Understanding of essential speech in a standard dialect with broad vocabulary, rarely requiring paraphrasing or explanation. Ability to follow accurately the essentials of conversations between educated native speakers. Reasonably make and answer telephone calls in Portuguese. Understanding of radio broadcasts, news stories similar to wire service reports, oral reports, some oral technical reports, and public addresses on non‑technical subjects. Prior experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal government language programs. Proficiency with translation tools and linguistic analysis software; experience with secure systems and workflows. Knowledge of domain‑specific terminology (e.g., medicine, scientific, 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 Health insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Vision insurance EEO Statement 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. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Other Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr Pop-Up Talent
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