Mission Bodyguard Russian Translator OCONUS | Top Secret

Location: Moscow, Russia, Russian Federation Bodyguard Russian Translator with Top-Secret Clearance U.S. Embassy – Moscow, Russia | OCONUS | Two (2) year deployment commitment Join IDS International’s National Security Services team supporting secure & mission-critical environments. IDS International is seeking experienced Russian-speaking protective security professionals to support close protection operations within a U.S. Embassy environment in Moscow, Russia. This role combines protective security responsibilities with operational language support in a highly controlled overseas environment. Personnel assigned to this role must be comfortable operating in a high-security environment with elevated counterintelligence awareness requirements. Key Responsibilities Provide close protection services for senior diplomatic personnel Support protective movement operations and coordination activities Conduct advance preparation for movements and operational activities Operate armored and unarmored vehicles Prepare written reports, logs, and operational documentation Staff static security posts as directed Provide Russian language support during operations as required Required Qualifications Clearance : Active Top-Secret clearance required Citizenship : U.S. Citizen U.S. License : Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record within the past three (3) years Education : High school diploma or GED equivalent Required Experience : Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience Minimum one (1) year of close protection experience Experience operating armored and unarmored vehicles S3/R3 Russian language proficiency Strong written communication and reporting skills Important Language Requirement : Candidates must provide documentation demonstrating the required Russian language proficiency as part of the qualification process. Acceptable documentation may include recent language proficiency test results and/or third-party vendor verification confirming the candidate’s proficiency level. Candidates are responsible for obtaining and providing their language proficiency documentation; IDS does not administer the language proficiency test. Physical Requirements : Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout secure facilities for extended periods Ability to work extended shifts in a secure operational environment Ability to lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight as required Preferred Qualifications Radio communication proficiency Experience operating in overseas or diplomatic security environments Strong situational awareness and accountability standards Work Schedule & Conditions Standard Schedule : 12-hour shifts; 60+ hours per week based on operational requirements Overtime : Opportunities for overtime may be available based on staffing and operational needs Flexibility Requirement : Schedule and shift assignments are based on U.S. Embassy and RSO operational requirements Compensation & Benefits Moscow Rate : $ 61.71 per hour *Ask about Training & OT rates Housing provided Three (3) paid 14-day R&R periods during initial deployment commitment Quarterly bonuses Apply Apply to learn more about this opportunity. A National Security Services Recruiter will contact you to discuss the position and next steps. Qualified Bodyguard Translator candidates should be prepared to provide documentation of their Russian language proficiency during the recruiting process. Please monitor your email. ___ Our Cleared Staffing Center of Excellence (COE) is a dedicated hub for secure and efficient talent acquisition. We connect a vetted network of cleared professionals with Intelligence Community (IC) staffing needs and trusted B2B partners. Follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date on current opportunities, program updates, and company news.