35P Cryptologic Linguist

35P Cryptologic LinguistAs a Signals Intelligence Voice Interceptor, you'll use your skills as a linguist to identify, categorize, translate, and summarize foreign language communications from a specific location. You'll also operate and oversee signals equipment used in signals intelligence operations. You'll learn the intelligence skills needed to conduct military briefings and tip the appropriate authorities when needed. This role is important because the nation's defense depends largely on information that comes from foreign languages. RequirementsU.S. Citizen17 to 34 Years OldHigh School Diploma or GEDMeet Tattoo GuidelinesNo Major Law ViolationsNo Medical ConcernsTesting & Certifications42 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available10 weeks of Basic Training5 to 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training85 or above on the Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB) (active duty only) 101 ASVAB Score : Skilled Technical (ST) can bypass DLAB with an ST score of 129 or above36-64 weeks of education at the Defense Foreign Language Institute required if Soldier is not fluent in a foreign languageSkills You'll LearnForeign CommunicationsTranslating & ReportingDetection & Analysis