FOIA Specialist (15.36)

OCT Consulting LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401K retirement savings with employer contribution

Paid Time Off and Government Holidays

Life Insurance and Disability benefits

Training benefits

Job summary

A small government consulting firm is seeking a FOIA Specialist in Washington, DC. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience in federal contracting. Responsibilities include coordinating responses to FOIA requests, reviewing sensitive documents, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The firm offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off, promoting a supportive work environment for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in federal contracting positions or 10 years in procurement.
• Ability to apply federal procurement regulations.
• Clearance Requirement: Public Trust.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate responses to FOIA/Privacy Act requests.
• Conduct deep dives into contract documents.
• Review and propose redactions for sensitive information.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Ability to interpret Freedom of Information Act

Experience in federal contracting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

FOIA Specialist

Base pay range: $115,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Coordinating timely responses to FOIA/Privacy Act requests and Congressional inquiries
• Conducting “deep dives” into systems like PRISM and ECFS to retrieve all relevant contract documents
• Reviewing thousands of contract files to correctly identify and propose redactions for proprietary, sensitive, or personally identifiable information (PII)
• Using the Secure Release system to process and address FOIA backlogs
• Alerting Government personnel to potentially controversial requests that may damage the Agency’s reputation

Requirements

• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
• Experience: At least five (5) years of documented experience in federal contracting positions (in lieu of a degree: 10 years of experience in federal procurement)
• Specialized Knowledge: Proven ability to interpret and apply the Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, and federal procurement regulations
• Clearance Requirements: Public Trust
• Location: 100% On-site in Washington, DC
• Preferred experience managing procurement‑sensitive, law enforcement‑sensitive, and other secure information

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement savings 401K plan with 3% employer contributions of the employee’s gross salary
• Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays
• Life Insurance, Short‑ and Long‑Term disability benefits
• Training benefits

Salary range: $115,000–$145,000 yearly, commensurate with experience, education, etc.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Other

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

About OCT Consulting

OCT Consulting LLC is a Small Business (SB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the agility of operations and a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies. At OCT, we believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued and recognized.