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Arabic Linguist (Primary Level)

CACI


Job Location:

Fairfax, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 86600 - 181800
Posted: 4 September 2026 (16 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 2 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Arabic Linguist (Primary Level)

Job Category: Language Services

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

CACI has upcoming opportunities for fully cleared Arabic language professionals to join our prime contract supporting government operations in Fairfax VA. This role will enable you to utilize both your Arabic linguistic and analytical skills for mission-driven roles.

You will translate and/or transcribe intermediate to advanced-level printed materials including but not limited to: technical manuals foreign language periodicals and audio files into correct grammatical American English. You will work either lead or be part of a team of linguists supporting CONUS and/or OCONUS operations.



Responsibilities:

  • You will provide both simultaneous and consecutive interpretation as well as transcribe and/or translatesource material both printed and audio.

  • You will provide analysis and reporting of translated foreign language source material and provide quality control of junior linguists.

  • You will be expected to prepare and update databases of translated source material scan intercepted data and determine if pertinent or non-pertinent to mission requirements.


Qualifications:

Required:

  • Must be a US Citizen

  • Must have Active TS/SCI Clearance with adjudicated Polygraph

  • Ability to pass an advanced English test

  • Bachelors Degree

  • Ability to score ILR Level 3 or higheron target language translation test

  • Minimum five (5) years professional experience conducting translation transcription translation and/or interpretation

  • In-depth knowledge of the geopolitical regional ethnic and cultural components of target language geographical areas

  • Master use of MS Office and internet research


Desired:

  • Previous military experience

  • Medical Certification

  • Has good understanding of one or more regional dialects

  • Consecutive and/or simultaneous interpretation abilities

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together we will advance our nations most critical missions build on our lengthy track record of business success and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.


Pay Range:

There are a host of 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 employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare wellness financial retirement family support continuing education and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$86600 - $181800

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation age national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.

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