Socio-Cultural Analyst – Farsi

Are you a native Farsi speaker with deep expertise in Iranian culture geopolitics and intelligence operations Peraton is looking for a Socio-Cultural Analyst to join a high-impact team supporting USCYBERCOM J2X at Fort Meade MD one of the most consequential cyber and intelligence missions in the U.S. government.

In this role you wont just translate words youll translate meaning. Youll bring cultural context regional expertise and intelligence tradecraft together to help shape how the U.S. understands and responds to Iranian threats in the cyber and information domains.

• Serve as a native-level Farsi/Persian language specialist delivering precise reading writing and spoken communication across all intelligence products
• Provide nuanced cultural analysis of Iranian geopolitical economic and social dynamics to inform operational and strategic decision-making
• Conduct research HUMINT intelligence collection and target analysis focused on Iranian actors and networks
• Produce accurate meaning-preserving translations of transcripts video and audio materials (Farsi 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
• Apply knowledge of network defense principles and global network infrastructure to support cyber-focused intelligence requirements
• Provide language and cultural expertise in support of CI/HUMINT operations
• Collaborate with analysts and collectors to sharpen collection strategies and reporting requirements
• Author and maintain Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives

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Required:

• Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph
• Min 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 Min of 3 years with PhD
• Native-level Farsi/Persian proficiency first or second generation fluency with command of current vernacular colloquialisms and terminology
• ILR/DLPT Level 4 in speaking reading and writing in Farsi
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Farsi
• 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 Iranian/Persian regional studies political science or cultural analysis
• Hands-on experience with HUMINT collection operations or CI/HUMINT language analysis
• Familiarity with Iranian social media platforms technical terminology and evolving colloquialisms
• Knowledge of Iranian military doctrine cyber capabilities and intelligence services (IRGC MOIS)
• Experience applying network defense principles and network infrastructure concepts in an intelligence context
• Desired Experience: Minimum 12 years of experience related to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years
• Desired Education: Masters degree in an area related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or have Bachelors degree related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and an additional 5 years of related senior experience for a total of 17 years as a substitute to the Masters degree.

Peraton drives missions of consequence protecting and promoting U.S. national security at the highest levels. As part of our team youll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the intelligence community tackling complex problems that matter. We offer a culture that values your expertise and invests in your growth.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.