Senior Socio-Cultural Analyst (Russian) (2026-0158)

Acclaim Technical Services

$120K — $140K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a related field, or a Bachelor's with 17 years of experience.
  • Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience, with recent experience in the last 2 years.
  • Native Level proficiency in Russian, including current vernacular and colloquialisms, at a proficiency level of 4.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a language specialist providing native-level language skills and cultural insights.
  • Translate transcripts, audio, and video sources accurately while maintaining original meanings.
  • Develop and recommend new methods for language research and information exploitation.
  • Assess and determine effective methods for presenting translated information.
  • Advise on geopolitical, economic, and social issues relevant to the target culture.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Wellness programs to support employee health.
  • Financial planning and retirement benefits.
  • Family support services available.
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Socio-Cultural Analyst (Russian) with an active TS/SCI clearance w/ Poly for a contract to be awarded around October 2026.

In this role, you will:
  • Perform as a language specialist at the native level providing accurate reading, writing, speaking skills, as well as provide cultural understanding regarding geopolitical, economic and social issues.
  • Provide accurate, translations of transcripts, video and audio sources, from the target language to English and vice versa while preserving the original meaning and intent of the original source.
  • Devise and advise new methods of target language research and exploitation of information and determine the most effective methods for presenting and disseminating the information.

Required Education & Experience:
  • Master's degree in an area related to the labor category or a Bachelor's degree related to the labor category and an additional 5 years of related senior experience, for a total of 17 years as a substitute for the Master's degree.
  • Minimum 12 years of experience related to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.
  • Possess Native Level proficiency in the Russian language. "Native level" is defined as first/second generation speaking ability to understand current vernacular, colloquialisms, and terminology (Proficiency level of 4 required in speaking, reading, and writing)
  • Active TS/SCI with Poly
Pay Range: There are many factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employee owners value the flexibility at ATS that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of exceptional benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.

At ATS, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here Employee Resources.

The pay range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000/year

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