FOIA Specialist (15.36) at OCT Consulting, LLC

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

145000.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Freedom Of Information Act, Privacy Act, Federal Procurement Regulations, Contract Management, Data Retrieval, Document Review, Redaction, Information Security, Government Relations, Project Management, Process Improvement, Change Management, Acquisition, Consulting, Analytical Skills, Attention To Detail

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

FOIA Specialist OCT Consulting is a business management and technology consulting firm that supports Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology. Responsibilities and Duties OCT currently has an opening for a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Specialist to work with our federal client in Washington, DC. This position is contingent upon contract award. Day-to-day responsibilities include: Coordinating timely responses to FOIA/Privacy Act requests and Congressional inquiries. Conducting "deep dives" into systems like PRISM and ECFS to retrieve all relevant contract documents. Reviewing thousands of contract files to correctly identify and propose redactions for proprietary, sensitive, or personally identifiable information (PII). Using the Secure Release system to process and address FOIA backlogs. Alerting Government personnel to potentially controversial requests that may damage the Agency's reputation. Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Education: Bachelor’s Degree required. Experience: At least five (5) years of documented experience in federal contracting positions. In lieu of a degree: 10 years of experience in federal procurement. Specialized Knowledge: Proven ability to interpret and apply the Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, and federal procurement regulations. Clearance Requirements: Public Trust. Location: 100% On-site in Washington, DC. Experience managing procurement-sensitive, law enforcement-sensitive, and other secure information preferred. OCT offers competitive compensation packages and a full suite of benefits, which include: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry-leading provider with 3% employer contributions of the employee’s gross salary. Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits Training Benefits Salary Range: $115,000- $145,000 yearly, commensurate with experience, education, etc. About OCT Consulting OCT Consulting LLC is a Small Business (SB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the agility of operations and a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies. At OCT, we believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued and recognized.

Responsibilities

The FOIA Specialist will coordinate timely responses to FOIA/Privacy Act requests and conduct in-depth reviews of contract files to identify sensitive information. They will also manage FOIA backlogs and alert government personnel to potentially controversial requests.