Litigation Support Specialist: Admin & Security Clearances

SDFM; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SDFM is seeking a detail-oriented administrative and litigation support professional to assist the Department Counsel Division. You will handle case files, research FOIA/PII rules, and prepare documents using the DISS and DOHA systems.

You will work independently with limited guidance to produce error-free work, manage large caseloads, and communicate with attorneys, adjudicators, and related offices while safeguarding sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Top Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor’s Degree plus 2 years relevant admin/litigation experience.
• Additional education/experience may substitute per policy.
• Familiarity with DoD Directive 5220.6 and FOIA/PII handling preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with DISS and DOHA databases.
• Strong independent work and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and litigation support tasks under DoD security programs.
• Prepare and assign 35–150 SORs per month and enter into DOHA case tracking system.
• Process 25–150 ISCR cases and update DOHA case tracking system.
• Manage case files in DISS, DOHA Database and other relevant systems.
• Summarize case documentation and assist attorneys and adjudicators.
• Ensure compliance with Privacy Act and 5220.6.

Skills

Security clearance

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Independent work

Litigation support

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

2+ years relevant admin/litigation experience

Tools

DISS

DOHA Case Tracking

DOHA Database

Job description

SDFM is seeking a detail-oriented administrative and litigation support professional to assist the Department Counsel Division. You will handle case files, research FOIA/PII rules, and prepare documents using the DISS and DOHA systems.

You will work independently with limited guidance to produce error-free work, manage large caseloads, and communicate with attorneys, adjudicators, and related offices while safeguarding sensitive information.