DarkStar Intelligence · 4 months ago
Spanish Cryptologic Language Analyst (CLA) Training Developer
DarkStar Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business committed to advancing national security through mission support and tradecraft development. They are seeking a Spanish Cryptologic Language Analyst (CLA) Training Developer to design, develop, and deliver cryptologic training programs aligned with NSA/CSS and DoD standards, focusing on preparing future SIGINT language analysts through hands-on and blended learning techniques.
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Responsibilities
Clarify and document operational requirements, training objectives, and material scope
Prioritize requirements for training development in collaboration with stakeholders
Conduct research using classified and unclassified resources to source authentic Spanish language content
Develop training materials covering transcription, translation, and analysis of operational exercises
Collaborate with instructors, government personnel, and contractor teams to produce domain-specific training content
Utilize tools such as Audacity, Adobe Creative Suite, and Adobe Premier to create blended learning experiences
Design and implement practical evaluations to measure student mastery of objectives
Recommend tools and applications to enhance training effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI security clearance with Full-Scope Polygraph eligibility (CI Poly or CCA accepted while awaiting FS adjudication)
Bachelor's degree in Language, Area Studies, Education, Instructional Systems Design (ISD), Intelligence, or related field; OR four (4) additional years of relevant practical experience in lieu of degree (for a total of nine years of experience)
One year of ISD experience within the last four years, including synchronous/asynchronous methods and adult instruction using web-based tools (e.g., Centra, Blackboard, Questionmark, SumTotal)
Native-level proficiency and minimum ILR level 4 in Spanish reading, listening, and speaking, with ILR level 2 in English; OR native English proficiency with ILR level 2+ in Spanish reading and listening (proficiency documented within the last five years)
Five years of experience as a language analyst, including three years in SIGINT/IC roles, and at least one year of experience developing or updating training materials in line with ISD principles
Preferred
Advanced proficiency with training technologies and eLearning platforms
Experience with blended learning and immersive training design for linguists
Prior NSA, DoD, or Intelligence Community training development experience
Demonstrated expertise in SIGINT operations and mission readiness training
Benefits
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans
Income Protection: Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with employer contributions
Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and legal services
Paid Leave: Generous PTO, 11 paid federal holidays, and one floating holiday
Legal & Identity Protection: LegalShield and IDShield
Additional Insurance: Whole life, accident, and critical care coverage