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Apple

Product Quality Manager - Audio

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$133K - $246K/yr

Strong Quality engineering skills in technical, statistical knowledge, Failure analysis, Exec ... forensics to solve complex manufacturing assembly quality issues Proven experience in one or more ...

Ampcus Inc

Administrator, Web Content Lead

Reston, VA · On-site

Understands reviewing web analytics to ensure good web design and usability standards are met. • ... Forensics & Fraud services and human capital management. Founded in 2004, the company is ...

Cherokee Federal

Paralegal I

San Diego, CA · On-site

Analyze legal impact of legislative developments and administrative and judicial decisions ... image files, audio files, video files, bank records, forensic reports, and other file types.

Peraton

$112K - $179K/yr

... analysis - Penetration testing - Digital forensics - Information assurance - Systems engineering ... Experience with AI-generated media, including deep-fakes, audio manipulation, and synthetic media.

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How much do forensic audio analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for forensic audio analyst in the United States is $86,474.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $100,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a forensic audio analyst do?

A forensic audio analyst is a specialist who examines, enhances, and interprets audio recordings for legal investigations. Their work often involves clarifying poor-quality recordings, verifying the authenticity of audio evidence, and identifying speakers or background sounds. They use advanced software and scientific methods to analyze audio, and their findings may be presented as expert testimony in court. Forensic audio analysts play a crucial role in criminal and civil cases where audio evidence is key.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a forensic audio analyst?

To thrive as a Forensic Audio Analyst, you need expertise in audio engineering, sound analysis, and a relevant degree in audio technology or forensic science. Familiarity with specialized software such as Adobe Audition, iZotope RX, and certifications like the American Board of Recorded Evidence (ABRE) are often required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and strong written communication are essential soft skills for effective analysis and reporting. These competencies ensure accurate audio evidence evaluation, reliable expert testimony, and integrity in legal investigations.

What are some common challenges faced by forensic audio analysts when working with low-quality or degraded recordings?

Forensic audio analysts frequently encounter challenges such as background noise, overlapping voices, distortion, and poor recording quality, which can obscure critical details needed for analysis. Addressing these issues requires advanced technical skills and specialized software to enhance and clarify the audio while maintaining its integrity for legal admissibility. Analysts must balance improving clarity with avoiding alterations that could compromise the evidence, and they often collaborate with law enforcement, legal teams, and technical experts to ensure accurate interpretation and reporting.
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Spanish Socio-Cultural Analyst

MultiLingual Solutions

Bethesda, MD • On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Contract
Description
ABOUT US: Ascensus Global, Inc. (formerly MultiLingual Solutions, Inc.) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with more than 21 years of successful experience providing professional language services, foreign language and cultural training, and analysis support to a broad client base consisting of more than 40 U.S. military and intelligence customers, as well as over 2,000 civilian government, commercial and non-profit organizations in various fields. With ISO 9001:2015 and 17100:2015 certifications, AGI provides services in more than 100 languages, employing innovative technologies and methodologies and applying best practices from both the Government and commercial arenas to advance each customer's unique communication and operational objectives throughout the U.S. and across the globe.
POSITION SUMMARY: We are actively seeking qualified Spanish Linguists with the following language combinations to support a DoD customer in the National Capital Region (NCR): Spanish plus Russian, Chinese, Farsi, or Arabic. Linguists are responsible for creating summaries, gists, and full translations.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Conduct and prepare accurately written gists, translations, and/or transcriptions of general and technical material consisting of hand-written, audio, and/or video language material and documents in hard copy and electronic formats, using correct syntax and expression from the specific foreign language and in English, in a manner that maintains the integrity and meaning of the material.
  • Quickly scan and process a large amount of material in a foreign language for critical and essential elements of information as defined by the customer's standard operating procedures (SOP).
  • Provide input to media exploitation team members in the production of written reports developed from target material utilizing the specific foreign language, such as providing a gist (summarization of key points), summary, transcription or written translation of the material.
  • Leverage technical automated information system skills, such as word processing and data entry, to be used in conjunction with written translations, use advanced language software programs, and participate in forensic processing.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: TS/SCI - CI Poly
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree and/or 4 - 8 prior relevant experience in lieu of education, or Masters degree with 2 - 6 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Achieve a minimum score of an Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) three (3) in the foreign language and a minimum of general professional proficiency of three (3) for Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing in English, with preference given to general professional proficiency of plus three (3+) or higher.
  • Military intelligence and/or equivalent experience.
  • Ability to quickly scan and process a large amount of material in a foreign language for critical and essential elements of information.
  • Ability to conduct and prepare accurate gists, translations, and/or transcriptions of general and technical materials.
  • Ability to write and speak in a clear, concise, and professional manner in the specified foreign language and English.
  • Address tasks timely and efficiently, and collaborate on group projects.
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office programs and able to learn customer or job-specific software programs and SOPs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience using TED or DHDS.
  • Military experience.

PAY RANGE:
Pay Range: $80,000 - $130,000 a year
Ascensus Global (AGI) pay range and level are general guidelines for this job. Several factors, including education, geographic location, contract labor categories, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, or market data, determine the final salary.
BENEFITS:
Our benefits package includes health and welfare options (medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), short-and long-term disability, company-paid life insurance, additional voluntary coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, and holiday pay.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Willingness to work periodic shift work to meet mission demands.

AGI is committed to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by federal, state, or local laws. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination regardless of their physical/mental disability or veteran status.

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