Kathrina Morales - Lance Corporal (E-3) – Cryptologic Language Analyst / MOS 2641 - United States Marine Corps

Summary

Detail-oriented Marine Corps Lance Corporal and Arabic language specialist with formal training in Modern Standard Arabic and a strong foundation in military intelligence, language analysis, and cross-cultural communication. Bilingual in Spanish and English, equipped to transition military expertise into federal government roles in intelligence support or analysis.

Overview

3

Languages

1

Certification

1

year of professional experience

Work History

Lance Corporal (E-3) – Cryptologic Language Analyst / MOS 2641

United States Marine Corps

Monterey, California

06.2025 - Current

Serve as an active-duty United States Marine assigned to the cryptologic language field, receiving specialized training in foreign language, intelligence fundamentals, military operations, and information handling.
Complete intensive Arabic language instruction designed to develop listening, reading, speaking, and cultural comprehension skills.
Analyzed Arabic-language material for meaning, context, tone, and key information to support intelligence objectives.
Translate and summarize foreign-language information into clear English while maintaining the meaning and context of the original material.
Conducted research using multiple sources to identify and synthesize information relevant to assigned intelligence requirements.
Prepared written products and oral presentations to effectively communicate analyzed information to diverse audiences.
Apply attention to detail when working with complex language material and information requiring accuracy.
Work effectively with Marines, instructors, leadership, and classmates from diverse backgrounds in a demanding professional environment.
Completed tasks within established timelines while balancing military responsibilities with intensive academic requirements.
Adapt to changing priorities, instructions, and training requirements while maintaining work quality.
Managed over 23 Military members

Volunteer

Pacific Grove Rotary Concours Auto Rally

Monterey, CA

08.2026 - 08.2026

Engaged with participants to enhance their experience through effective communication and support.
Collaborated with team members to ensure timely setup and breakdown of event activities.
Assisted in event logistics, coordinating volunteer schedules and transportation arrangements.
Maintained equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for various event activities.
Contributed to post-event evaluations, providing feedback for future enhancements and planning.
Fostered relationships with local businesses to secure sponsorships and partnerships for events.
Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Volunteered for 11 hours in one day.

Education

Associate of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literatures

Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center

Monterey, California

11-2026

Diploma - General Studies

High School

Miami, Florida

05-2024

Skills

Modern Standard Arabic
Foreign & Cultural Language Analysis
Military Intelligence Fundamentals
Research: Open-source research, information collection, source review, summarization
Communication: Written reports, presentations, briefings, professional correspondence, cross cultural
Briefing & Presentation Skills
Research & Information Analysis

Verbal Communication and Team Collaboration
Time Management
Microsoft Office
Administrative: Documentation, records management, scheduling, data entry, accountability
Structured environments
Military: Chain-of-command communication, military customs and courtesies, professional standards, teamwork
Critical thinking and attention to detail

Certification

Active TS/SCI Security Clearance

Languages

Spanish (Native)

English

Modern Standard Arabic

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

United States Marine Corps veteran / transitioning service member
Available for federal, DoD, intelligence-support, language, administrative, and analytical opportunities
Willing to relocate: Yes, preferably DC- Virginia area
Veterans' Preference: [Add once eligibility/status is confirmed]
Schedule A: [Include only if applicable and you have supporting documentation]

LANGUAGE TRAINING

Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC)
Modern Standard Arabic Program
Monterey, California
July 2025 – Present
Completed intensive full-time instruction in Modern Standard Arabic.
Developed proficiency in Arabic reading, listening, speaking, vocabulary, grammar, and cultural understanding.
Worked with authentic Arabic-language news, interviews, reports, conversations, and other media.
Produced English summaries of Arabic-language material while identifying key facts, arguments, and supporting details.
Practiced interpretation of increasingly complex material involving political, military, social, environmental, economic, and cultural topics.
Delivered Arabic-language presentations and participated in structured speaking exercises.
Trained to identify main ideas, supporting information, speaker intent, tone, and implied meaning from foreign-language material.
Language Testing:
DLPT – Arabic: [Insert official Reading / Listening scores when available]
OPI – Arabic Speaking: [Insert score when available]
Marine Corps Recruit Training
Marine Combat Training / School of Infantry
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center – Arabic
Cryptologic / Intelligence Training – [Add course title when completed]
Marine Corps Professional Military Education
Operational Security / Information Security Training
Cybersecurity Awareness Training
Records / Personally Identifiable Information Training
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