ResponsibilitiesAre you a native Russian speaker with deep expertise in Russian culture, geopolitics, and intelligence operations? Peraton is looking for aSocio-Cultural Analystto join a high-impact team supportingUSCYBERCOM J2Xat Fort Meade, MD 1 one of the most consequential cyber and intelligence missions in the U.S. government.
In this role, you won't just translate words 1 you'll translate meaning. You'll bring cultural context, regional expertise, and intelligence tradecraft together to help shape how the U.S. understands and responds to Russian threats in the cyber and information domains.
What You'll Do
- Serve as a native-level Russian language specialist, delivering precise reading, writing, and spoken communication across all intelligence products
- Provide nuanced cultural analysis of Russian geopolitical, economic, and social dynamics to inform operational and strategic decision-making
- Conduct research, HUMINT intelligence collection, and target analysis focused on Russian actors and networks
- Produce accurate, meaning-preserving translations of transcripts, video, and audio materials (Russian 1 English)
- Devise and recommend innovative methods for target language research and information exploitation
- Determine the most effective formats and channels for presenting and disseminating finished intelligence
- Provide language and cultural expertise in direct support of CI/HUMINT operations under USCYBERCOM J2X
- Collaborate with analysts and collectors to sharpen collection strategies and reporting requirements
- Author and maintain Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives
Qualifications
What You Bring
Required:
- ActiveTop Secret/SCI (TS/SCI)clearance with Polygraph
- Minimum of 12 years w/o a degree or 10 years with AS/AA or 8 years with BS/BA or 6 years with MS/MA or 3 years with PhD
- Native-level Russian proficiency1 first or second generation fluency with command of current vernacular, colloquialisms, and terminology
- ILR/DLPT Level 4in speaking, reading, and writing in Russian
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Russian
- Working knowledge of HUMINT collection, cultural analysis, and IC/DoD classification guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to produce accurate translations and polished intelligence products in Microsoft Office formats
Preferred:
- Academic or professional background in Russian regional studies, political science, or cultural analysis
- Hands-on experience with HUMINT collection operations or CI/HUMINT language analysis
- Familiarity with Russian social media platforms (VKontakte, Telegram), technical terminology, and evolving colloquialisms
- Knowledge of Russian military doctrine, cyber capabilities, and intelligence services (GRU, FSB, SVR)
- Knowledge of network defense principles and network infrastructure concepts in an intelligence context
- Flexibility for on-call surge support with short-notice availability during contingency operations
- 12+ yearsof relevant experience, including work within the last 2 years
- Master's degreein a related field 1ora Bachelor's degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (17 years total)
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Target Salary Range$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
