FOIA Analyst
On-siteFort Meade, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Provide comprehensive support for the CLIENT Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program, ensuring all activities comply with 5 U.S.C. § 552, DoD Manual 5400.07, and other relevant federal regulations. Manage and process approximately 40 FOIA requests per month from initial receipt to final disposition, including logging, tracking, and acknowledging requests within statutory timelines. Conduct thorough searches for responsive records across various agency offices and electronic systems, then analyze and conduct first-level reviews to identify exempt information and apply appropriate redactions. Draft response letters for Government review and final signature, including release determinations and fee communications. Maintain the official FOIA case file and tracking database for reporting purposes, and prepare a Monthly FOIA Status Report detailing volume, processing times, and backlog status. This role requires a Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.
Required Qualifications
- Deep operational knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552) and DoD Manual 5400.07.
- Proven experience identifying FOIA exemptions and applying proper document redactions securely.
- Experience conducting thorough record searches across enterprise electronic systems and offices.
- Strong written communication skills required for drafting formal response letters (e.g., release determinations, fee communications).
- Must hold an active Secret clearance and be a U.S. Citizen.
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