Senior Declassification/ FOIA Analyst

Firebird AST; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Firebird AST is seeking an onsite Senior-Level Declassification/FOIA Analyst to support the Habeas Corpus Contract in Crystal City, VA. The role requires an active TS/SCI with CI polygraph.

Responsibilities include classification/declassification reviews, FOIA and PA processing, redactions, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Candidates should have 12+ years of analysis on classified projects, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to work independently while delivering thorough,

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in declassification/FOIA analysis.
• Experience with Declassification and EO 13526.
• Experience processing FOIA requests.
• Knowledge of FOIA exemptions b(4), b(5), b(6).
• Redacting records containing sensitive information.
• Experience handling classified projects and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to perform in-depth reviews and document dispositions.

Responsibilities

• Perform security classification/declassification reviews and identify classification levels.
• Conduct FOIA/PA reviews and process requests.
• Analyze documents under 5 U.S.C. and EO 13526 guidance.
• Identify document markings and ensure proper redactions.
• Determine release eligibility and exemptions and refer or release appropriately.
• Review FOIA/PA requests for completeness and processing.

Skills

Declassification/FOIA analysis

TS/SCI with CI poly

FOIA processing

Redaction experience

MS Office proficiency

Independent work

Strong communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Firebird AST is accepting applications for an onsite Senior-Level Declassification/FOIA Analyst to support the classification and declassification effort for the Habeas Corpus Support Contract in Crystal City, VA. Must have at least 12 years of experience working on classified projects and an active TS/SCI with CI polygraph. A CI Polygraph is required — candidates without one will NOT 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
• 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
• Receive, review, and analyze new and backlogged Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests
• Intake incoming requests and prepare FOIA request folders

SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS

• 12 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
• Experience processing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of FOIA rules and regulations; specifically applying exemptions b(4), b(5), and b(6)
• Experience redacting records with trade secrets and confidential commercial information
• Must have experience working on classified projects and 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
• General understanding of Military Court proceedings
• 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

EDUCATION

CLEARANCE

TS/SCI with CI Poly

About Firebird AST:

Firebird AST is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Northern Virginia and a market-recognized leader within the IC, Department of Defense, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and the Private Sector. We maintain a corporate culture deeply rooted in the US Military core values that gave us our start - honor, integrity, commitment, and selfless service. For this reason, our customers' needs and missions always comes first. We seek hard working, highly experienced, extremely motivated, professionally proven subject matter experts, trainers, leaders, innovators, and technical experts to serve on our team. Firebird AST has a firm understanding that our employees are our greatest asset and that, accordingly, they are to be provided the greatest level of respect and care possible.

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.