Arabic Linguist (TS/SCI with CI Eligibility Clearance)

Company: RIVA Solutions Inc

Category: Other

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Title: Arabic Linguist
Location: Alexandria, VA (Onsite)
Terms: Full-Time
Clearance: Active TS/SCI Required; CI Polygraph Eligible Upon Hire
Travel: Up to 3 Months per Year

RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.

That’s RIVA. Our employee-first approach has cultivated a culture that attracts the best and brightest. By investing in people first and providing a flexible work environment, our employees experience higher morale, increased productivity, and lower turnover. At RIVA, people are our #1 priority.

RIVA Solutions is seeking an experienced Arabic Linguist to support the U.S. Government with high-level translation, transcription, and interpretation work. This position is a mission-critical, on-site role that requires native-level Arabic proficiency and an active TS/SCI clearance. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both Arabic and English and demonstrate strong cultural awareness, technical accuracy, and a deep understanding of geopolitical and regional contexts.

Program Overview:

The Office of Military Commissions (OMC), along with its affiliated organizations, supports the fair and transparent legal proceedings of detainees held at Guantanamo Bay in accordance with U.S. law. OMC operates facilities in both the National Capital Region (DMV) and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. This mission requires critical language support to facilitate legal, intelligence, and operational activities. Arabic Linguists supporting this program play a vital role in ensuring accurate communication and cultural understanding throughout the judicial and administrative processes.

Position Overview:

RIVA Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Arabic Linguist to support the Office of Military Commissions (OMC) and its affiliated operations across the National Capital Region and Guantanamo Bay. In this role, the linguist will provide accurate translation, transcription, and interpretation services to support legal, intelligence, and operational functions. The ideal candidate will possess native-level Arabic proficiency, fluency in English, and an active TS/SCI clearance. This is a critical, mission-facing role that enables transparent judicial proceedings and facilitates cross-cultural communication in support of U.S. Government objectives.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Translate complex reports and texts from Arabic to English and vice versa, capturing both factual and abstract meaning, cultural nuance, and implied context.
Transcribe and interpret audio and internet-based materials with high fidelity to original intent and tone.
Produce written translations that meet target language norms and are appropriate to the subject matter.
Format translated documents in the same structure as the source material.
Attend all required DoD onboarding and training sessions.

Minimum Requirements:

Must score a 4 or higher on a proctored translation test (mandatory qualification).
Bachelor's Degree
Active TS/SCI clearance; must be CI polygraph eligible upon hire.
Native-level proficiency in Arabic (speaking, reading, and writing).
Fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic internet research tools.
Strong understanding of regional, cultural, and geopolitical dynamics.

Salary: $115,000/year with FTE BenefitsRIVA Benefits:

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life Insurance
Retirement Benefits / 401K with Company Matching
HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
Long- and Short-Term Disability
Pet Insurance
Wellness Program Initiatives
RIVA Flex
Additional Workplace Benefits

RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email . Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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