Junior Declassification Analyst

QualX Corporation; Westphalia (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

QualX Corporation seeks a qualified Records Review Specialist to perform initial review of classified historical records in accordance with declassification guides and Executive Order 13526. The role requires TS/SCI eligibility, on-site work, and careful documentation of decisions.

Responsibilities include handling exemptions and referrals, documenting metadata in SIPRNET, and ensuring secure storage of records with rigorous attention to detail. Prior experience in declassification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong reading comprehension, analytical judgment, and attention to detail when reviewing lengthy or complex historical documents.
• Working proficiency with Microsoft Office, electronic documents, and database entry; ability to learn authorized review systems.
• Ability to sustain accurate, production-oriented document review, accept quality control feedback, and work full time on site.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial review of assigned classified historical records using approved declassification guides, Department of War guidance, and Executive Order 13526 requirements.
• Identify information requiring continued protection, exclusion, or referral; document recommendations for declassification, continued classification, or downgrading.
• Complete Standard Form 715 for records recommended for exemption, exclusion, or referral, in accordance with approved procedures.
• Enter review findings and decision metadata into the AFDO database on SIPRNET; maintain accurate page counts, record identifiers, and review status.
• Identify Air Force and other agency equities, flag unresolved questions, and refer complex issues to senior analysts or the designated quality control reviewer.
• Recognize and flag potential Restricted Data and Formerly Restricted Data; elevate records for authorized review and referral under approved procedures.
• Submit reviewed records and supporting documentation for quality control, resolve returned discrepancies, and apply feedback to subsequent work.
• Protect physical and electronic records, preserve document order and accountability, and support secure storage, archival preparation, and assigned workspace security duties.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Analytical judgment

Attention to detail

Document review

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full-Time

Staff

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Security Clearance Required

TS/SCI

Job Description

• Perform initial review of assigned classified historical records using approved declassification guides, Department of War guidance, and Executive Order 13526 requirements.
• Identify information requiring continued protection, exclusion, or referral; document recommendations for declassification, continued classification, or downgrading.
• Complete Standard Form 715 for records recommended for exemption, exclusion, or referral, in accordance with approved procedures.
• Enter review findings and decision metadata into the AFDO database on SIPRNET; maintain accurate page counts, record identifiers, and review status.
• Identify Air Force and other agency equities, flag unresolved questions, and refer complex issues to senior analysts or the designated quality control reviewer.
• Recognize and flag potential Restricted Data and Formerly Restricted Data; elevate records for authorized review and referral under approved procedures.
• Submit reviewed records and supporting documentation for quality control, resolve returned discrepancies, and apply feedback to subsequent work.
• Protect physical and electronic records, preserve document order and accountability, and support secure storage, archival preparation, and assigned workspace security duties.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active, fully adjudicated Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility; maintain required clearance and Government-approved access throughout assignment.
• Strong reading comprehension, analytical judgment, and attention to detail when reviewing lengthy or complex historical documents.
• Ability to learn and consistently apply classification and declassification guidance, document a clear rationale, and elevate uncertain findings.
• Working proficiency with Microsoft Office, electronic documents, and database entry; ability to learn authorized review systems.
• Ability to sustain accurate, production-oriented document review, accept quality control feedback, and work full time on site.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in declassification, classified records handling, intelligence support, historical research, or federal records management.
• Familiarity with Air Force missions, classification guides, SF-715 documentation, or ADR and SDR workflows.

Salary range for this position is $65,000-$80,000 annually.

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.