Senior FOIA Records Specialist - Clearance Required

BRILLIENT CORPORATION•Fort Meade, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Brillient Corporation is a government contracting and digital transformation firm supporting federal agencies across Defense, Space, Intelligence, and Civilian sectors, partnering with agencies to modernize operations, improve mission delivery, and deliver specialized talent for complex federal programs. At Brillient, you'll join an award-winning digital transformation company dedicated to helping government agencies evolve from analog processes to digital solutions and advanced analytics that drive smarter decisions and mission success. We are guided by four core values: Value (delivering meaningful results for our clients and employees), Integrity (building trust through honesty, accountability, and ethical business practices), Flexibility (embracing agility and collaboration to adapt to changing needs), and Innovation (continuously improving processes, technologies, and solutions). We are committed to fostering a professional, respectful, and collaborative workplace where employees are supported, recognized for their contributions, and empowered to succeed. We strive to be an environmentally conscious organization through sustainable business practices. We believe in giving back and making a positive difference in the communities where we live and work. At Brillient, we hire talented, driven individuals who are passionate about helping clients achieve their mission objectives through innovation and excellence. As a client-focused and employee-centered organization, we take pride in our collaborative culture, commitment to professional growth, and dedication to delivering exceptional results.

Requirements

US Citizenship Required
Active Secret clearance
Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in FOIA program management or records management
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)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience managing the entire FOIA request process independently with minimal Government involvement
Experience utilizing SIPRNet to search for, review, and process classified records responsive to FOIA requests up to the Secret level
Proficiency in maintaining FOIA case files and tracking databases to ensure 100% compliance with statutory timelines

Responsibilities

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 and well-documented searches for records responsive to FOIA requests across various agency offices and electronic systems.
Analyze and conduct first-level reviews of responsive records to identify information exempt from release under FOIA exemptions.
Apply redactions to records as appropriate.
Draft response letters for Government review and final signature, including final release determinations, "no records" responses, and fee-related communications.
Maintain the official FOIA case file and a detailed tracking log or database for all requests, documenting key actions and timelines for reporting and compliance purposes.
Prepare and deliver a Monthly FOIA Status Report detailing request volume, processing times, backlog status, and other key metrics.