Declassification Subject Matter Expert

Koniag Government Services, LLC•Washington, DC

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About The Position

Koniag Operations Services, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Declassification Subject Matter Expert with an active TS/SCI security clearance with to support KOS and our government customer in the DC metro area. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Koniag Operations Services, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a highly qualified Declassification Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support an enterprise-level Records Management program for a federal government customer. The SME will conduct complex, page-by-page declassification reviews of federal records and equities in accordance with Executive Order 13526. This role requires a professional capable of making critical determinations regarding the release, referral, or exemption of sensitive national security information.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in History, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 3 years of experience in declassification, records management, or national security information processing
Must have successfully completed the Department of Energy Historical Records Restricted Data Reviewers (HRRDR) course
Ability to maintain access to Critical Nuclear Weapons Design Information (CNWDI), Restricted Data (RD), and Formerly Restricted Data (FRD)
Proven expertise in recognizing and protecting restricted information, including Critical Nuclear Weapons Design Information (CNWDI), Restricted Data (RD), and Formerly Restricted Data (FRD)
Deep understanding of Executive Order 13526 and federal regulations governing classified national security information
Strong analytical ability to evaluate complex records and apply exemption categories appropriately
Exceptional attention to detail with demonstrated ability to maintain 95% or higher accuracy rates
Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing status updates, referral reports, and technical documentation
Proficiency with document tracking systems and declassification support databases
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while meeting stringent performance metrics
Physical ability to retrieve, label, and move archival boxes weighing up to 50 pounds
Commitment to maintaining zero security infractions and adhering to all security protocols
Ability to work within a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) environment
Strong organizational and time management skills to process high volumes of records efficiently
Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI access eligibility
Favorably adjudicated Tier 5 (T5) investigation maintained within the last 6 years

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in History, Political Science, International Relations, Library Science, or related field
Experience working with multiple federal agencies' classification guides and referral processes
Familiarity with additional classification authorities beyond EO 13526
Knowledge of the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) regulations and standards
Experience with Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) processes
Previous experience supporting Department of Energy or Department of Defense declassification programs
Possession of a Q Clearance a plus though note required.
Advanced research skills in historical records and national security documentation
Experience training or mentoring junior declassification reviewers
Certification in records management (e.g., CRM from ARMA International)

Responsibilities

Perform thorough page-by-page declassification reviews of classified records to identify and protect restricted information, including Restricted Data (RD) and Formerly Restricted Data (FRD)
Identify and refer records containing information originated by other agencies to the appropriate stakeholders for review
Apply the nine exemption categories of EO 13526 to determine if documents 25 years or older are eligible for declassification or remain exempt from public release
Maintain a minimum annual review average of 20,000 to 40,000 records while ensuring a 95% accuracy rate and zero security infractions
Update document tracking systems and declassification support databases at least weekly
Provide research and documentation to assist in the continuous development and refinement of agency-specific Declassification Guides
Retrieve, label, and move archival boxes weighing up to 50 pounds while ensuring the physical integrity of the contents
Prepare status updates, referral reports, and technical documentation for government customers and program leadership
Work within a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) and secure document storage areas
Collaborate with other declassification specialists and records management professionals to ensure program objectives are met