Information Review & Release Analyst

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 163,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

PTO

Holidays

Other insurances

Job summary

Nightwing seeks part-time Information Review and Release Analysts for our Ft. Meade, Maryland client, supporting an Intelligence Community office with a flexible schedule on the Ft. Meade campus.

You will thoroughly research the substance of documents, perform first-level reviews of classified information, and apply EO 13526, FOIA, and PA guidelines with critical thinking. Responsibilities include documenting redaction rationales, recommending releases, and recording decisions in the appropriate

Qualifications

• Experience conducting declassification reviews and applying FOIA/PA/EO guidelines.
• Strong research and analysis using established professional methods and techniques.
• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Poly on day one of employment.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly research the substance and context of select documents and perform first-level review of classified information with redactions according to EO 13526, FOIA and PA.
• Provide the rationale for redactions using exemption codes and recommend release determinations; record decisions in the system.
• Research prior release decisions to ensure accuracy and consistency; identify Other Government Agency equities and coordinate referrals or coordination.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Team collaboration

Data and information management skills

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing seeks part‑time Information Review and Release Analysts for our Ft. Meade, Maryland client in support of a dynamic Intelligence Community office offering a flexible work schedule. The position is contingent on funding, and the number of hours worked per week is TBD. The work will be performed on the Ft. Meade campus.

The position requires an individual to thoroughly research the substance and overall context of select documents, conduct first‑level review of classified information and make the appropriate redactions‑electronically and/or manually‑ based on the criteria of Executive Order (EO) 13526, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act (PA). The candidate must be able to successfully apply critical‑thinking skills when evaluating each case, and when utilizing the broad array of customer systems and tools in order to accurately inform the review and release process.

The individual will provide the rationale for redactions using legally defined exemption codes; provide recommendations for release of the documents; and record decisions in the appropriate system. Research of previous release decisions is required to ensure accuracy and consistency in our recommendations. Analysts in this role identify Other Government Agency (OGA) equities involved in the case and ensure that they are prepared for referral or coordination.

Mandatory Qualifications And Experience For Declassification Services

• Significant historical knowledge of client policies related to information security and classification; understanding of client missions and organization; familiarity with client, IC, and DoD policies and regulations related to information security and classification is required
• Prior client experience is required, but on a case‑by‑case review of a contractor’s resume, the client may decide but is not required to accept a contractor with other relevant IC experience, which includes significant SIGNIT experience. Relevant experience must be in conducting research and analysis using established professional methods and techniques, including data and information management skills
• Prior Experience conducting declassification reviews is strongly preferred.
• We will also consider candidates with experience in a position requiring analytic skills (such as intelligence analysts, foreign disclosure officers, CD/CI/CT analysts, etc) AND a demonstrated familiarity with the requirements of FOIA, PA, EOMDR, and EO
• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Poly on day one of employment

Desired attributes

• A driven self-starter who collaborates with client staff and has the capability to recommend and to adapt to new processes
• A team player willing to collaborate and develop robust relationships with clients, colleagues and technical teams
• Skilled in time management; with the ability to prioritize competing tasks and multitask in order to meet tight deadlines
• Goal oriented individual who is able to apply critical thinking and provide out‑of‑the‑box solutions
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and various management levels delivering a proactive experience and approach to high quality services for all stake holders

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($77,000–$163,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.