FOIA Analyst

Job Title: FOIA Analyst

Client: CBP [Customs and Border Petrol]

Visa: US
Location: Remote
Employment Type: [Part Time ( 20 hours a week)]

Position Summary

The FOIA Analyst is responsible for processing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests in compliance with federal and/or state FOIA laws and agency policies. This role requires hands-on experience using FOIA case management systems such as FOIAXpress and/or SecureRelease, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information with accuracy and discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review, log, and track FOIA requests using FOIAXpress and/or SecureRelease
• Analyze requests to determine scope, applicable exemptions, and required searches
• Coordinate with internal offices and subject matter experts to collect responsive records
• Review records for responsiveness and apply FOIA exemptions and redactions appropriately
• Prepare and issue acknowledgment letters, interim responses, final determinations, and denial letters
• Ensure statutory deadlines and agency service-level agreements are met
• Maintain accurate case documentation and audit trails within the FOIA system
• Support FOIA appeals, litigation holds, and audits as needed
• Provide guidance to staff on FOIA compliance and records handling
• Generate reports and metrics related to FOIA processing and workload

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree or equivalent relevant experience
• 2+ years of FOIA processing experience
• Hands-on experience with FOIAXpress and/or SecureRelease
• Strong knowledge of FOIA laws, exemptions, and privacy regulations
• Experience reviewing and redacting sensitive or classified information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a federal, state, or local government environment
• Familiarity with eDiscovery tools and electronic records management
• Knowledge of Privacy Act, HIPAA, or other disclosure-related regulations
• FOIA or records management certification (e.g., IAIP, NARA training)

Core Competencies

• FOIA compliance and legal analysis
• Records review and redaction
• Case management systems (FOIAXpress, SecureRelease)
• Confidentiality and data protection
• Time management and prioritization