Cryptologic Linguist
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As a Signals Intelligence Voice Interceptor, you'll use your skills as a linguist to identify, categorize, translate, and summarize foreign language communications from a specific location. You'll also operate and oversee signals equipment used in signals intelligence operations. You'll learn intelligence skills needed to conduct military briefings, and tip the appropriate authorities when needed. This role is important because the nation's defense depends largely on information that comes from foreign languages.

AT A GLANCE

Enlisted SoldierActive DutyArmy ReserveArmy National GuardEntry Level

BONUSES UP TO $45KREQUIREMENTS

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card
• 17 to 34 Years Old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS

• 42 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available
• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 18 to 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
• 36-64 months of education at the Defense Foreign Language Institute required if Soldier is not fluent in a foreign language
• 101 ASVAB Score: Skilled Technical (ST)

SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN

• Foreign Communications
• Translating & Reporting
• Detection & Analyisis