Iranian Cultural Advisor & Linguist (FARSI) – TS/SCI
MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL
Strategic Resilience Group (SRG) is seeking a FARSI Linguist and Iranian Cultural Advisor (CULAD) to support Military Information Support Operations (MISO) and broader Information Environment activities. This role provides critical linguistic, cultural, and analytical expertise to support operational planning, messaging development, and regional analysis.
The selected candidate will support planners and operational teams by delivering high-quality translations, cultural insights, and assessments focused on Iran and surrounding regions.
Position Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) on Iranian culture, including religious, ethnic, and societal dynamics
- Support MISO/IO planners in identifying target audiences and tailoring messaging strategies
- Translate, interpret, and analyze foreign language materials (written, audio, and multimedia)
- Produce analytical reports assessing credibility, intent, and operational relevance of source material
- Conduct bi-directional interpretation (FARSI ↔ English) while preserving original meaning and context
- Perform media analysis of Farsi-language sources, including social media and regional discourse
- Provide cultural advisement to operational and interagency teams
- Develop and implement translation methodologies and quality control standards
- Participate in joint, interagency, and coalition working groups as required
- Produce command-level written products, including information papers and assessments
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- U.S. Citizenship and valid U.S. Passport
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, International Studies, Anthropology, Communications, or related fieldOR 10+ years of relevant experience as a recognized SME in Iranian culture and regional dynamics
- Minimum 5 years of experience supporting U.S. Government or DoD missions
- Demonstrated expertise in Iranian cultural, religious, and ethnic landscapes
- Language proficiency:FARSI: 5/5/5 level (or equivalent)
English: 4/4/4 level (or equivalent) - Experience with translation, interpretation, transcription, and DOCEX
- Ability to produce clear, concise, and analytically sound written products
- Familiarity with joint operational environments and doctrine
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Information Operations (IO) or MISO programs within a CCMD
- Additional language capability (Dari, Pashto, or Arabic)
- Native or near-native familiarity with Iranian culture
- Experience working with interagency partners
- Strong presentation and briefing skills
- Deep understanding of Middle Eastern cultural dynamics and information environment
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