BS/BA plus 5 years of relevant experience, or 9+ years without a degree.
Experience in FOIA, PA, MDR, and ADR case processing.
Strong compliance knowledge regarding sensitive government records.
Excellent written communication skills for error-free documentation.
Proficient in case management tools; IC or ODNI experience preferred.
Exceptional attention to detail in documenting case actions.
Responsibilities
Respond to FOIA and PA requests for classified information.
Handle complex FOIA cases, including litigation and appeals.
Conduct Mandatory and Automatic Declassification Reviews as per EO 13526.
Coordinate document collection across internal and external agencies.
Validate record searches and ensure accurate case documentation.
Review case files for completeness and compliance with requirements.
Monitor case progress and ensure deadlines are met.
Benefits
Opportunity to work onsite in McLean, Virginia.
Engagement with the Intelligence Community.
Chance to handle sensitive and impactful information.
Collaborative work environment with government stakeholders.
Potential for professional growth in a specialized field.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking a FOIA Redaction Analyst to support our IC customer onsite in McLean, Virginia who will:
Respond to public and official requests for review and release of classified and/or sensitive customer information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Privacy Act (PA), Executive Order (EO) 13526 (Classified National Security Information), and appropriate IC policies and procedures.
Respond to complex cases, such as those including FOIA litigation and FOIA appeals, demonstrating extensive knowledge of the FOIA and PA exemptions and administrative requirements.
Conduct Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) and Automatic Declassification Review (ADR) in accordance with EO 13526.
Coordinate taskings, searches, and document collection activities across internal IC agency components and external government agencies.
Validate adequacy of record searches and ensure all relevant facts are accurately captured in case documentation.
Conduct thorough review of case files to ensure all required actions such as search confirmations, consultations, document reviews, and correspondence, are complete and properly documented.
Monitor case progress to ensure compliance with all deadlines and coordinate workflow with government leads and other stakeholders.
Provide high-quality, grammatically error-free work requiring minimal government editing.
Submit signed final response letters to requesters and close cases within three business days of government approval.
Track and update the status of cases in a timely and accurate manner using customer tools as identified by the Government.
Provide inputs to annual compliance reports as directed by the Government.
In accordance with applicable law and at Government direction, ensure that the ODNI information which has been cleared for public release is available for public inspection and/or copying/downloading.
Qualifications
Requires a TS/SCI with Polygraph level clearance.
Requires a BS/BA + 5 years of experience required, or 9+ years of experience with no degree
Demonstrated experience supporting FOIA, PA, MDR, and/or ADR case processing, including coordination, documentation, drafting correspondence, and interacting with requesters.
Strong ability to review sensitive government records and ensure compliance with disclosure, privacy, and classification requirements.
Excellent written communication skills, with a proven ability to produce error-free, professionally formatted documents.
Proficiency with case management tools and document-handling systems; experience with IC or ODNI systems is a plus.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to accurately document case actions.
Preferred
Experience with FOIA case management within the Intelligence Community.
Familiarity with FOIA records tracking systems.
Background in legal, paralegal, compliance, or records management disciplines.
Prior experience drafting official correspondence and coordinating with multiple government entities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
Target Salary Range
$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
