FOIA Analyst

Job overview

The FOIA Analyst role is onsite at the Pentagon in Washington, DC; compensation is not specified. The position supports the Department of Defense in processing and responding to Freedom of Information Act requests. The analyst reviews requests and records, applies authorized redactions, drafts determinations, and tracks cases against statutory deadlines. The work supports public transparency while protecting sensitive information and national security interests.

What you'll do

• Receive, review, and process FOIA requests under applicable law and DoD policies
• conduct document searches and coordinate collection of responsive records
• apply redactions using FOIA Xpress and authorized tools
• draft response letters, justifications, and determinations
• maintain case files and track timelines
• collaborate with analysts, attorneys, and government officials
• assist with quality control standards, performance metrics, annual reporting, and data calls.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

foia analyst

freedom of information act

department of defense

pentagon

washington dc

on-site

foia xpress

document review

redaction

secret security clearance

sampson jefferson and associates

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance; minimum high school diploma and three years of directly relevant FOIA experience.

About the employer

Sampson Jefferson and Associates is hiring for this role. Industry: Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Sector: 54.