Type of Requisition:RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphPublic Trust/Other Required:NoneJob Family:IntelligenceJob Qualifications:Skills:Communication, Facilitation, Language Services, Mandarin Chinese Language, TranslationsCertifications:NoneExperience:10 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:GDIT is seeking an expert-level Mandarin linguist to support our operations in a key area of interest. As a critical member of our team, you will leverage your exceptional language skills and cultural expertise to translate complex documents, facilitate communication during high-stakes meetings, and provide nuanced analysis to inform strategic decision-making. In this exciting opportunity, you will contribute your linguistic expertise to drive our mission forward, working collaboratively with a dynamic team of professionals in a fast-paced, challenging environment.Key Responsibilities: Translate operational documents with high accuracyProvide in-person, real time translations to facilitate communicationEnsure language barriers do not hinder effective communicationCollaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, management and outside stakeholdersProvide cultural insights and context to teams to help navigate cultural and linguistic nuancesRequirements: Demonstrated fluency in Mandarin language skills including speaking, reading and writingProfessional translation experience and the ability to live-translate with native fluencyExperience translating documents with technical themesMeticulous attention to detail, with the ability to deliver highly accurate translations and interpretationsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlinesPreferred Qualifications:Previous experience working on the China topicExperience with technical topicsWork Environment:Chantilly, VAShort term travel may be required as needed.Education Requirement:BA/BS (or equivalent experience)GDIT Is your Place:401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn from#JET#OpportunityOwned#GDITCareers#WeAreGDIT#GDITEnhanced2025The likely salary range for this position is $161,500 - $218,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Travel Required:Less than 10%Telecommuting Options:OnsiteWork Location:USA VA ChantillyAdditional Work Locations:Total Rewards at GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at/tc.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Mandarin Linguist (TS/SCI with Polygraph REQUIRED)