Junior Declassification/ FOIA Analyst

Firebird AST; Crystal City (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Firebird AST is seeking a Junior Declassification/FOIA Analyst to work onsite in Crystal City, VA. The ideal candidate will have a TS/SCI with CI Polygraph clearance and 3 years of relevant analysis experience. Responsibilities include performing security classification reviews, conducting FOIA and PA reviews, and processing related requests. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and possess exceptional communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the important classification and declassification efforts for the Habeas Corpus Support Contract.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience conducting analysis relevant to all source analysis.
• Experience working on classified projects is essential.
• Ability to perform in-depth reviews and evaluations using the declassification review process.

Responsibilities

• Perform security classification/declassification reviews for various documents.
• Conduct FOIA and PA reviews in support of Government agency.
• Process and document FOIA and PA requests to the organization’s records.

Skills

Analysis relevant to all source analysis

Experience with Declassification and E.O. 13526

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Exceptional oral and written communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Firebird AST is accepting applications for an onsite Junior Declassification/FOIA Analyst to support the classification and declassification effort for the Habeas Corpus Support Contract in Crystal City, VA. Must have an active TS/SCI with CI polygraph to be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform security classification/declassification reviews for a variety of documents, i.e., reviewing classified information to identify all information that is classified and the level of classification based on the classification guidance of the DoD Component Original Classification Authorities (OCAs) or their Government representatives. Recommendations shall meet the OGC, OMC, and DoJ Standards
• Conduct initial Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) reviews in support of Government agency
• Analyze unclassified and classified documents to determine the appropriate action needed in accordance with 5 U.S.C. § 552, 5 U.S.C. § 552(a), and E.O. 13526
• Demonstrate understanding of document markings
• Utilize analytical skills to make determinations on documents for release, referral to other agencies, and exemption from automatic declassification
• Recognize possible nuclear weapons and intelligence information
• Process and document FOIA and PA requests to an organization’s records
• Interpret regulations, agency enforcement codes, and organizational policies regarding release of agency documents
• Ensure released materials do not contain personal identifiers or directly or indirectly reveal trade secrets and other information exempted under the applicable statutes
• Review completed requests for appropriateness of materials to be or not to be released
• Make redactions as needed before release

SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years of experience conducting analysis relevant to all source analysis with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years
• Experience and knowledge relating to Declassification and E.O. 13526
• Must have experience working on classified projects and be proficient with safeguarding, maintaining, and the proper handling and reporting procedures affiliated with the handling of classified records
• Must have the ability to perform in-depth reviews and evaluations on records using the declassification review process, provide solutions to analytical problems, be cognizant of different agencies equities, exhibit knowledge of the proper use of acronyms, and document dispositions rendered on documents reviewed
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office tools; brief materials in formats including Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Work independently with minimal oversight; provide thorough and completed products
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills

CLEARANCE

TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Firebird AST is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.