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CTC Group is seeking Farsi language analysts who have held roles such as Cryptologic Linguist, Multidiscipline Language Analyst (MDLA), Operational Language Analyst (OLA), or SIGINT Analyst. These ...

$150 - $200/hr

CTC Group is seeking Farsi language analysts who have held roles such as Cryptologic Linguist, Multidiscipline Language Analyst (MDLA), Operational Language Analyst (OLA), or SIGINT Analyst. These ...

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How much do farsi cryptologic linguist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for farsi cryptologic linguist in the United States is $35,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,000.00 and $35,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Farsi cryptologic linguist?

Farsi Cryptologic Linguists are language specialists who analyze, translate, and interpret communications in Farsi (Persian) for military or intelligence purposes. They often work for the armed forces, intelligence agencies, or government contractors to support national security operations. Their duties include intercepting and transcribing audio or written materials, providing cultural insights, and assisting with cryptologic analysis. Proficiency in Farsi and familiarity with cryptologic techniques are essential for this role.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a Farsi cryptologic linguist?

To thrive as a Farsi Cryptologic Linguist, you need advanced proficiency in Farsi and English, strong analytical abilities, and often a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in linguistics or a related field. Familiarity with cryptologic tools, language translation systems, and intelligence analysis software is typically required, as well as security clearance. Exceptional attention to detail, cultural awareness, and effective communication are vital soft skills for interpreting nuanced information. These skills ensure accurate translation and analysis of sensitive communications, which is crucial for national security and intelligence operations.

What challenges do Farsi cryptologic linguists face in their day-to-day work?

Farsi Cryptologic Linguists often encounter challenges such as interpreting nuanced language, dialect variations, and slang within sensitive or complex communications. They must also stay current with evolving terminology and regional cultural references, which can require continuous learning and adaptability. Additionally, working as part of an intelligence or military team means balancing independent analysis with frequent collaboration, all while adhering to strict confidentiality protocols and tight deadlines.

What is the difference between Farsi Cryptologic Linguist vs Farsi Interpreter?

AspectFarsi Cryptologic LinguistFarsi Interpreter
CredentialsLanguage proficiency, security clearance, cryptologic trainingLanguage proficiency, certification (e.g., ATA), interpretation skills
Work EnvironmentIntelligence agencies, military, secure facilitiesConferences, legal settings, medical appointments, remote or onsite
Employer & IndustryGovernment, military, intelligenceGovernment agencies, legal, healthcare, private sector
Search & Comparison IntentSecurity, intelligence, cryptologic workTranslation, interpretation, communication services

Farsi Cryptologic Linguists focus on analyzing encrypted communications and supporting intelligence operations, often requiring security clearances. Farsi Interpreters primarily facilitate spoken communication in various settings. While both roles require language proficiency, cryptologic linguists have specialized cryptologic training and security requirements, whereas interpreters focus on real-time translation in diverse environments.

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Infographic showing various Farsi Cryptologic Linguist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $35,000 per year, or $16.8 per hour.

Farsi Language Analyst

CTC Group

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

CTC Group is seeking Farsi language analysts who have held roles such as Cryptologic Linguist, Multidiscipline Language Analyst (MDLA), Operational Language Analyst (OLA), or SIGINT Analyst. These candidates will translate, analyze, and interpret voice and/or graphic language materials, including communications and documents, in support of intelligence operations.

Responsibilities
  • Perform SIGINT language analysis on voice and graphic materials, exploiting foreign language communications to identify, extract, and report intelligence of operational value.
  • Translate, transcribe, and gist complex written and spoken materials, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to mission timelines.
  • Recover and document essential elements of information (EEIs) and other reportable intelligence in support of cryptologic and intelligence operations.
  • Conduct quality control reviews of translations and transcripts, validating linguistic accuracy, context, and intelligence relevance.
  • Provide cultural, regional, and contextual analysis to enhance analytic understanding and operational decision-making.
  • Produce clear intelligence reports, summaries, and briefings to support analysts, operators, and mission leadership.
  • Collaborate with SIGINT analysts, operators, and multi-disciplinary teams to support ongoing operations, assessments, and mission planning.
Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance
  • One (1) year experience typing on an English keyboard.
Summary

CTC Group is seeking Farsi language analysts who have held roles such as Cryptologic Linguist, Multidiscipline Language Analyst (MDLA), Operational Language Analyst (OLA), or SIGINT Analyst. These candidates will translate, analyze, and interpret voice and/or graphic language materials, including communications and documents, in support of intelligence operations.

Responsibilities
  • Perform SIGINT language analysis on voice and graphic materials, exploiting foreign language communications to identify, extract, and report intelligence of operational value.
  • Translate, transcribe, and gist complex written and spoken materials, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to mission timelines.
  • Recover and document essential elements of information (EEIs) and other reportable intelligence in support of cryptologic and intelligence operations.
  • Conduct quality control reviews of translations and transcripts, validating linguistic accuracy, context, and intelligence relevance.
  • Provide cultural, regional, and contextual analysis to enhance analytic understanding and operational decision-making.
  • Produce clear intelligence reports, summaries, and briefings to support analysts, operators, and mission leadership.
  • Collaborate with SIGINT analysts, operators, and multi-disciplinary teams to support ongoing operations, assessments, and mission planning.
Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance
  • One (1) year experience typing on an English keyboard.
Level 1 Qualifications
  • Two (2) years full-time experience performing cryptologic language processing in the required language.
    • One (1) of the two (2) years' experience, translating and/or transcribing, and gisting shall be the primary duties.
  • High School Diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED), or equivalent from other countries.
  • Test scores of a minimum 2skill level (2 Listening & 2 Reading) on a language proficiency exam, such as the DLPT.
Level 2 Qualifications
  • Four (4) years full-time experience in Cryptologic Operations performing language processing in the required language(s).
    • Two (2) of the four (4) yearsshall be within the past four (4) years.
  • Associatesdegree, or equivalent from other countries.
    • In lieu of an Associate's Degree, two (2) years of directly related, applied, practical work experience may be substituted for a total of six (6) years of experience.
  • Test scoreof a minimum 3skill level in at least one modality (2/3 or 3/2) on a language proficiency exam, such as the DLPT.
Level 3 Qualifications
  • Ten (10) years full-time combined cryptologic language processing, related language, and/or related cryptologic experience.
    • One (1) of the ten (10) yearsin the required language(s) shall be within the past six (6) years.
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA)/Bachelor of Science (BS) degree, or equivalent from other countries.
    • In lieu of the Bachelor's Degree, an additional four (4) years of directly related, applied, practical experience may be substituted for a total of fourteen (14) years.
  • Test scoreof a minimum 3skill level in at least one modality (2/3 or 3/2) on a language proficiency exam, such as the DLPT.
Level 4 Qualifications
  • Fifteen (15) years full-time combined cryptologic language processing, related language, and/or related cryptologic experience.
    • One (1) of the fifteen (15) yearsin the required language(s) shall be within the past six (6) years.
  • Bachelor of Aris (BA)/Bachelor of Science (BS) degree, or equivalent from other countries.
    • In lieu of the Bachelor's Degree, an additional four(4) years of directly related, applied, practical experience may be substituted for a total of nineteen (19) years.
  • Test scores of a minimum 3skill level (3Listening & 3Reading) on a language proficiency exam, such as the DLPT.
Pay Information

The final salary may be influenced by various factors, such as location, labor categories, experience, education, and/or certifications. CTC also provides a variety of benefits as well as opportunities for continuous education and development.

The estimated salary range for this position is $80,000 - $220,000.

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Why CTC Group?

We recognize that successful partnerships are based on open and direct communication, mutual respect, and the ability to adapt to evolving capabilities. Our cleared employees bring decades of experience supporting customers in the Intelligence and Defense communities. We specialize in providing engineering, technical, operational support, and training services to Federal government, and Mission Operations.

CTC Group provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, Health/Dental/Vision, 401k, PTO and holiday pay, disability and life insurance.

CTC Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, genetic information, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner status, gender (including sex stereotyping), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related) or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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