35P MOS Cryptologic Linguist — Civilian Career Guide
Performs signals intelligence analysis using foreign language skills. Translates, transcribes, and analyzes communications in target languages.
CAREER PATHS
4
TOP SALARY
$105,000.00
AVG SALARY
$74,953.00
Civilian Career Matches
Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Salaries are national medians — your area may vary.
Translator/Interpreter
SOC 27-3091
$57,090.00
median/yr
Intelligence Analyst (NSA/CIA)
SOC 33-3021
$105,000.00
median/yr
Foreign Language Instructor
SOC 25-1124
$72,720.00
median/yr
Localization Specialist
SOC 27-3091
$65,000.00
median/yr
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