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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for russian language specialist in the United States is $63,364.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,500.00 and $71,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Russian Language Specialist is responsible for translating, interpreting, and analyzing written and spoken Russian for various industries, such as business, government, or media. They ensure accurate communication between Russian and non-Russian speakers while maintaining cultural and contextual accuracy. Specialists may also assist with content localization, document review, and language training. Strong linguistic skills, cultural knowledge, and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

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To thrive as a Russian Language Specialist, you need advanced proficiency in Russian and English, strong translation and interpretation skills, and a relevant degree or certification in linguistics or translation studies. Familiarity with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, terminology databases, and industry-specific software is often required. Excellent attention to detail, strong interpersonal communication, and cultural sensitivity are vital soft skills in this role. These skills enable accurate, nuanced language work and effective collaboration in settings where clear cross-cultural communication is essential.

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A Russian Language Specialist can work in roles such as translator, interpreter, language instructor, or localization specialist. These jobs often require fluency in Russian, strong communication skills, and sometimes certification or security clearance, depending on the industry or employer.
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CI/HUMINT Language Analyst (Russian)

Everwatch

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

$55.28 - $62.50/hr

Full-time

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Job description

EverWatch is a government solutions company providing advanced defense, intelligence, and deployed support to our country’s most critical missions.  We are a full-service government solutions company. Harnessing the most advanced technology and solutions, we strengthen defenses and control environments to preserve continuity and ensure mission success.

EverWatch employees are focused on tackling the most difficult challenges of the US Government. We offer the best salaries and benefits packages in our industry - to identify and retain the top talent in support of our critical mission objectives.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.


As a socio-cultural analyst, you’re passionate about understanding the language, culture, and geopolitical environment that shape complex intelligence challenges. We need an experienced language specialist like you to help our clients collect, analyze, and exploit information from foreign-language sources. On our counterintelligence (CI) and human intelligence (HUMINT) team, you’ll apply native-level speaking, reading, and writing skills to assess geopolitical, economic, and social issues, while providing cultural context and insight into current vernacular, colloquialisms, and terminology.

In this role, you’ll use your expertise in foreign-language analysis, translation, cultural understanding, and intelligence research to evaluate information from a variety of sources and support the development of effective collection and exploitation methodologies. You’ll apply your understanding of the target language and its cultural context to identify nuances and insights that may otherwise be missed, while leveraging your knowledge of network defense principles and network infrastructure, including hardware and software supporting worldwide connectivity, as required.

Use your language and socio-cultural expertise to develop insights and concepts that advance counterintelligence and HUMINT operations, foreign-language intelligence collection and exploitation, and the effective dissemination of information to support Command-wide programs and initiatives. You’ll also produce Operation Instructions (OIs) and other documentation as assigned by the Government, helping translate complex intelligence and operational requirements into clear, actionable products.

Join us. The world can't wait. 


You Have: 

  • Experience conducting research and supporting HUMINT intelligence collection and analysis
  • Knowledge of geopolitical, economic, and social issues relevant to the target-language environment
  • Ability to read, write, and speak the target language at Proficiency Level 4 and translate transcripts, video, and audio between the target language and English while preserving the original meaning and intent
  • Ability to understand and interpret current vernacular, colloquialisms, and terminology at a native-level proficiency
  • Ability to develop and advise on methods for target-language research and information exploitation and determine effective methods for presenting and disseminating information
  • Ability to produce Operation Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives as assigned by the Government
  • TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of related experience or a High school diploma nd 17+ years of related experience 

Nice If You Have: 

  • Experience applying foreign-language expertise and cultural understanding in counterintelligence (CI) and HUMINT operations
  • Knowledge of network defense principles and worldwide network infrastructure, including associated hardware and software
  • Ability to apply cultural understanding to identify and interpret nuances in foreign-language information and intelligence sources
  • Ability to develop innovative approaches for foreign-language information research, exploitation, presentation, and dissemination

Clearance:  

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph is required. 

Compensation at EverWatch is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55.28 to $62.50 per hour. The estimate displayed represents the typical compensation range for this position and is just one component of EverWatch’s total compensation package for employees.


US-MD-Annapolis Junction
socio-cultural , HUMINT, operational instructions, translate, network defense