About the job
Join Our Team as a Senior FOIA Analyst
Employment Type: Full Time, Mid-Level
Department: Information Technology
CGS Federal is looking for a dedicated and skilled Senior FOIA Analyst to enhance our team supporting the legal objectives of a major federal agency. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in processing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, drafting correspondence, and engaging in effective negotiations, among other vital responsibilities.
At CGS Federal, we unite passionate and innovative individuals to tackle the government's most pressing challenges using advanced technology. We are eager for candidates who are committed to fostering government innovation, value teamwork, and can proactively identify the needs of others. Our company culture promotes employee support and encourages professional development through diverse learning opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate, analyze, and manage incoming and backlogged FOIA requests.
- Organize and maintain FOIA request folders for efficient processing.
- Input request data accurately into the FOIA tracking system.
- Compose response letters and other essential FOIA documentation.
- Facilitate negotiations and communications with requesters, FOIA staff, and other stakeholders concerning the requested records.
- Act as a liaison with requesters and occasionally other agencies regarding multi-agency records.
- Coordinate document searches and identify duplicate records.
- Review program records for their relevance and determine release eligibility.
- Ensure that released materials comply with applicable exemptions.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of three years of experience in processing FOIA requests.
- Comprehensive knowledge of FOIA regulations, particularly exemptions b(4), b(5), and b(6).
- Proven capability in redacting sensitive records, including trade secrets and confidential commercial information.
