KD Information Review and Release Analyst

Probity Inc.; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Probity Inc. in Fort Meade, MD is seeking a KD Information Review and Release Analyst to conduct first-level reviews of classified documents, apply exemptions, and redact content in accordance with EO 13526, FOIA, and the Privacy Act.

An active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required. The role involves researching prior release decisions, identifying equities with Other Government Agencies, and recording decisions in the documentation system.

Qualifications

• Experience performing first-level review of classified documents and making redaction/release recommendations.
• Strong knowledge of EO 13526, FOIA and Privacy Act policies and DoD/IC guidelines.
• Must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph on day one.

Responsibilities

• Perform first-level review of documents and determine redactions.
• Provide legally defined exemption rationale and release recommendations.
• Record decisions in the appropriate system and research prior release history.
• Identify OGA equities and coordinate referrals as needed.

Skills

First-level review

Redaction recommendations

TS/SCI with Poly

IC/DoD policy familiarity

Job description

Position:KD Information Review and Release Analyst

PLEASE NOTE: This position requires an ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI Clearance with Polygraph. To be considered for this position, you MUST have an ACTIVE Clearance Level of Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph

Position Code: 10-SE0109-1

Seeking a full-time or part-time Information Review and Release Analysts for our Ft. Meade, Maryland client in support of a dynamic Intelligence Community office. Selected candidates can choose to work between 16-40 hours per week. 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

• Prior experience providing first-level review of classified documents and making recommendations for redaction and/or release of information for our client.
• 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
• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Poly on day one of employment. The polygraph examination must have occurred within the last seven years.

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.