Balouchi/Urdu Interpreters (OCONUS)

Manama, bh on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.

Overview

 

*** This position is contingent upon contract award ***

 

SOS International LLC (SOSi) is seeking a Balouchi/Urdu Interpreters to be based at NSA Bahrain to support the NCIS Middle East Field Office (MEFO) Transnational Crimes Unit (TCU).

 

Essential Job Duties

 

  • To provide linguist support for military operations and interpret during interviews, meetings, and conferences.
  • Conduct linguistic analysis and research on assigned projects.
  • Translate and interpret documents, conversations, and audio recordings from the target language(s) to English and vice versa.

 

Minimum Requirements

 

  • Active in scope Secret clearance.
  • Familiarity with TCU's mission and operational requirements.
  • Prior operational experience in Middle East, Africa, or CENTCOM AOR.
  • Language Proficiency: ILR Level 3 in Balouch and Urdu.
  • Certification: CAT II Certified Linguists.
  • Residency: Must be physically located in Bahrain.
  • Deployment Readiness: Must be able to deploy within hours of notification.

 Operational & Physical Requirements

 

  • Swimming Qualification: Department of Navy equivalent to a 3rd class swimmer (2nd class preferred).
  • Training Capability:
    • Must be able to complete US Coast Guard maritime vessel boarding training.
    • Must be able to complete water survival training.

 

Work Environment

  • Position may require travel on short notice to overseas locations for site assessments and surveys.
  • Wearing of location appropriate attire and PPE when in the field is required.

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.

About this role

Summary

Provide linguistic support, interpret, and translate for military operations in Bahrain.

Job title

Balouchi/Urdu Interpreters (OCONUS)

Experience level

ILR Level 3 in Balouch and Urdu

Industry

defense

Location requirements

Located in Bahrain, remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

active secret clearancefamiliarity with TCU's missionprior operational experienceILR Level 3CAT II certification

Preferred skills

swimmingwater survivalmaritime vessel training

Specializations

linguist supportinterpretingtranslationMiddle East
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Manama, Bahrain

On-site City