FOIA Analyst

Why Choose Us?

• Mission-Critical Work: At Sawdey, we play a vital role in ensuring the security of our nation's digital infrastructure. Join our partnering agencies in tackling complex cybersecurity challenges that have a direct impact on national defense and the protection of sensitive information.
• Professional Growth: Embrace the opportunity to take on diverse and dynamic roles that challenge and inspire you. You'll be connected to ongoing opportunities, programs, and partnerships that encourage innovation, allowing you to grow both personally and professionally.
• Close-Knit Collaborative Environment: With Sawdey, you are joining unified team where your unique contributions are valued and celebrated. Our work culture is designed to foster a sense of belonging, ensuring that you feel empowered to contribute your best work.
• Competitive Pay: Recognizing your hard work and dedication is our top priority. We offer competitive compensation packages that reflect your skills, experience, and unique contributions. Your success is our success.

Who We're Looking For:

• Hardworking Individuals: We value dedication and a strong work ethic. If you're someone who takes initiative, loves a challenge, and is committed to excellence, you'll feel right at home here.
• Talented Professionals: Bring your unique skills and talents to our team. Whether you're an expert in your field or a rising star, we recognize your potential and have various openings that support your effort toward success.
• Diverse Perspectives: Our strength lies in our diversity. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. We believe that a diverse team fosters creativity, innovation, and achievement.

Position Location: Washington, DC

Telework/Work-from-Home Authorized: Yes, when authorized

About the Role:

The FOIA Analyst/Specialist, utilizing their intake experience, will review incoming FOIA requests, determine if properly constructed, request clarification if too broad, determine the applicable Search Taskers; and apply the applicable response letter template. Candidate must be able to work autonomously, as well as, be a team player.

Additional Responsibilities Include, but are not limited To:

• Works within a FOIA case management system to assist in the processing of FOIA requests.
• Ensures completion of FOIA/PA requests within statutory and regulatory deadlines.
• Reviews incoming FOIA requests.
• Reviews documents and redacts information that requires protection through redaction utilizing Adobe Acrobat Pro, Relativity, and/or the FOIA case management system's document review tool.
• Makes assignment of FOIA requests.
• Makes fee waiver and expedited processing determination recommendations and draft correspondence.
• Works with program offices to complete FOIA requests.
• Manages document review workflow and works with the Departmental FOIA/PA Officer and IOS FOIA Officer to improve performance in the work review process.
• Determines and documents FOIA request search terms.
• Conducts, coordinates, and concludes searches for responsive documents.
• Works on special projects related to FOIA processing, including metrics and reporting.
• Supports project teams and clients in effective use of eDiscovery tool for analysis, document review, and productions.
• Proficiently uses eDiscovery tools, such as Relativity.
• Support eDiscovery tool users by answering end-user questions (received via phone, email, and in- person) and provides end-user application training.
• Proficiently provides eDiscovery tool case management to include creating and maintaining database, loading documents, security administration, and production support.
• Supports the Office in effective use of eDiscovery tool for analysis, document review and production.
• Handles escalated support, problem definition, and resolution in eDiscovery tool; and analyzes data collected to produce formal request responses.
• Assists with proposal development, if necessary.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Experience:

• Two (2) years or more of strong knowledge of the FOIA and Privacy Act.
• Two (2) years or more of experience reviewing records for disclosure for FOIA and
• Privacy Act request.
• Two (2) years or more of experience processing FOIA requests using automation, such
• as eDiscovery tools.
• Must be able to utilize Microsoft Office software (Access, Adobe, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Education:

• Associate's degree and good writing skills.

Certifications:

• None required

Other Required Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to effectively communicate with customer and fulfill all duties and responsibilities as listed in the contract.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite including, but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

Security Clearance:

• Must be able to obtain a favorable background check.

US Citizenship: This position supports a U.S. Government Contract whose terms require Sawdey Solution Services to staff it only with U.S. Citizens.

Benefits at Sawdey Solution Services:

At Sawdey Solution Services, we offer an extensive benefits package. Our employee-focused benefits for full-time employees include:

• Vibrant Company Culture: Become an integral part of our positive, encouraging, and uplifting team culture; we are all on this mission together!
• Healthy Work-Life Balance: We place a strong emphasis on work-life balance; we don't just 'talk the talk' in terms of work-life balance, we 'walk the walk'! We not only support, but highly encourage, prioritizing your health and well-being.
• Competitive Compensation Package: Competitive rates with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for you, your spouse, and your dependents.
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
• Dependent-care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Federal Holiday Observance.
• Immediately vested 401 (k) with employer matching.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Referral program with compensated referrals!

Grow With Us: We offer a paid Training and Tuition reimbursement program to help you advance and excel in your career. We also offer an employee mentorship program and prioritize internal promotions and success.

Sawdey Solution Services firmly believes in our employees and advocates an environment to promote from within, which serves to boost morale while keeping high performers engaged and challenged. We also place the utmost importance on team building and collaboration in a remote environment. To promote these beliefs, you will also find additional benefits and programs that will enrich your career here at Sawdey Solution Services:

• Wellness Challenges.
• Focus on internal career advancement and growth.

• Mission-Critical Work: We play a vital role in ensuring the security of our nation's digital infrastructure.
• Professional Growth: Embrace the opportunity to take on diverse and dynamic roles that challenge and inspire you.
• Collaborative Culture: You are joining a unified team where your unique contributions are valued and celebrated.

• Hardworking Individuals: If you're someone who takes initiative, loves a challenge, and is committed to excellence, you'll feel right at home here.
• Talented Professionals: Whether you're an expert in your field or a rising star, we recognize your potential and support your effort toward success.
• Diverse Perspectives: Our strength lies in our diversity. We believe that a diverse team fosters creativity, innovation, and achievement.

This position is currently accepting applications.