FOIA Analyst

Signature Federal Systems , LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Signature Federal Systems, LLC seeks a FOIA Analyst to support an IC client onsite in Bethesda, MD. You will respond to requests under FOIA/PA/EO 13526, conduct MDR/ADR, coordinate across government entities, and ensure thorough, timely case documentation.

Strong written skills and attention to detail are essential. Experience with case management tools and IC/ODNI systems is a plus; TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.

Qualifications

• Requires TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Demonstrated FOIA/PA/MDR/ADR case processing experience.
• Strong ability to review sensitive government records for disclosure and classification compliance.
• Excellent written communication and error-free document production.
• Proficiency with case management tools; IC/ODNI systems a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accurate documentation of actions.

Responsibilities

• Respond to FOIA/PA requests for review and release of classified or sensitive information.
• Handle complex FOIA cases including litigation and appeals.
• Conduct MDR and ADR per EO 13526.
• Coordinate taskings and document collection across IC components and external agencies.
• Validate record search adequacy and document actions.
• Monitor case progress and meet deadlines with stakeholders.
• Prepare final response letters and close cases within three business days of approval.
• Input case status into government-provided tools.

Skills

FOIA/PA knowledge

Written communication

Attention to detail

Case coordination

Documentation drafting

Education

BS/BA + 5 years experience

9+ years experience with no degree

Tools

Case management tools

IC/ODNI systems

Job description

We are seeking a FOIA Analyst to support our IC customer onsite in Bethesda, MD who will:

• Respond to public and official requests for review and release of classified and/or sensitive customer information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Privacy Act (PA), Executive Order (EO) 13526 (Classified National Security Information), and appropriate IC policies and procedures.
• Respond to complex cases, such as those including FOIA litigation and FOIA appeals, demonstrating extensive knowledge of the FOIA and PA exemptions and administrative requirements.
• Conduct Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) and Automatic Declassification Review (ADR) in accordance with EO 13526.
• Coordinate taskings, searches, and document collection activities across internal IC agency components and external government agencies.
• Validate adequacy of record searches and ensure all relevant facts are accurately captured in case documentation.
• Conduct thorough review of case files to ensure all required actions such as search confirmations, consultations, document reviews, and correspondence, are complete and properly documented.
• Monitor case progress to ensure compliance with all deadlines and coordinate workflow with government leads and other stakeholders.
• Provide high? quality, grammatically error? free work requiring minimal government editing.
• Submit signed final response letters to requesters and close cases within three business days of government approval.
• Track and update the status of cases in a timely and accurate manner using customer tools as identified by the Government.

• Provide inputs to annual compliance reports as directed by the Government.
• In accordance with applicable law and at Government direction, ensure that the ODNI information which has been cleared for public release is available for public inspection and/or copying/downloading.

Required Qualifications

• Requires a TS/SCI with Polygraph level clearance.
• Requires a BS/BA + 5 years of experience required, or 9+ years of experience with no degree
• Demonstrated experience supporting FOIA, PA, MDR, and/or ADR case processing, including coordination, documentation, drafting correspondence, and interacting with requesters.
• Strong ability to review sensitive government records and ensure compliance with disclosure, privacy, and classification requirements.
• Excellent written communication skills, with a proven ability to produce error-free, professionally formatted documents.
• Proficiency with case management tools and document-handling systems; experience with IC or ODNI systems is a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to accurately document case actions.

Preferred

• Experience with FOIA case management within the Intelligence Community.
• Familiarity with FOIA records tracking systems.
• Background in legal, paralegal, compliance, or records management disciplines.
• Prior experience drafting official correspondence and coordinating with multiple government entities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.