Spanish Localization Specialist - IT & National Security

Leidos seeks a Spanish Cultural/Language SME to support mission-critical IT and national security programs. In this role, you will provide expert Spanish language and cultural guidance for translation, localization, and user-facing content across advanced digital, cyber, and analytics solutions. You will advise cross-functional teams on regional nuances, sensitivities, and communication best practices, ensuring accurate, culturally aligned products. Leverage your expertise in a collaborative, mission-driven environment with opportunities for growth, impact, and flexible work options.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Spanish language and cultural subject matter expert for IT and national security projects
• Provide accurate translation, localization, and cultural adaptation for technical and mission materials
• Advise project teams on regional nuances, sensitivities, and communication best practices
• Support requirements analysis, solution design, and testing for Spanish-language technology solutions
• Review and validate Spanish content for clarity, accuracy, and cultural appropriateness
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and project managers in a highly secure, mission-focused environment
• Contribute to training materials and knowledge transfer related to Spanish language and culture
• Stay current on linguistic trends, regional developments, and cultural changes across Spanish-speaking regions

Required Skills

• Native or near-native Spanish fluency
• Strong English proficiency
• Translation and localization for technical/IT content
• Cultural and regional expertise across Spanish-speaking countries
• Terminology management and quality review
• Experience with government or national security projects
• Familiarity with software development or IT environments
• Technical writing and documentation in Spanish
• Use of CAT or translation tools
• Stakeholder communication and collaboration