IT Security Specialist II

Job Title
IT Security Specialist II
Education
N/A
Location
Savannah, GA 31401 US (Primary)
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Category
Information Technology
Salary Grade
Date Needed By
Job Type
Full-time
Travel
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: FOIA Analyst
Reports to: IT Project Manager of Enterprise Solutions Line of Business
Subsidiary: Leisnoi Professional Services, LLC
Location: Full Time On-Site in Savanah, GA
Job Status: Regular Full -Time onsite
SUMMARY:
Leisnoi Professional Services, LLC is looking for an experienced FOIA Analyst to support our customer in Savanah, GA. Please note - this is a 100% onsite role. Must be able to pass a CI polygraph during the hiring process.
In this role, you will support our customer's mission to help maintain transparency in our government, by providing administrative support for incoming Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FOI/PA) requests. Transparency in our government is not only essential for government accountability but is also integral to out country's democracy. Through this work, you provide citizens with easier access to government information. However, while an open and transparent government is essential to our work, those working in this position are responsible for safeguarding information that may cause harm if released.
Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze FOIPA administrative case notes, searches, and requester correspondence.
• Support the processing of FOIPA litigations.
• Preview imported records for prior releases and duplicate requests.
• Identify and apply appropriate processing approaches per SOPs and policies.
• Create and maintain clear and concise case notes in systems.
• Identify and appropriately handle Other Government Agency (OGA) information.
• Perform line-by-line reviews of records and properly apply the applicable FOIPA exemption(s) (redactions).
• Consult with subject matter experts (SME) from various agency-specific components and OGAs.
• Respond to FOIPA administrative appeals and litigation requirements.
• Conduct appropriate research for background and context while processing FOIPA dases.
• Maintain performance to ensure the delivery of timely, high-quality work, consistent with customer specifications, while handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Work independently as part of an integrated team and display high self-motivation and integrity.
• Have the ability to maintain an exceptional level of organization and time management skills.

Training:

• FOIA Analysts will attend an on-site, paid, six-week training course which will equip you with the skills needed to be successful in this role.
• At the end of the training course, you must pass an assessment test.
• After the initial training course has concluded you will have 90 days of on-the-job training.
• Must be available to work between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6: p.m., Monday through Friday.

Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Education Experience: Must mee one of the following requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3 years of specialized work experience including providing products and services similar to those outlined in this position description.
  • Military experience of an analytical nature.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain US government issued security clearance.
  • Must successfully complete a computer-based assessment on typing skills with a score of 90% accuracy and 11 WPM.

Minimum Knowledge, skills and Abilities:

• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to navigate Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Internet Browsers, and SharePoint, and capable of using complex records systems and computer applications.
• Ability to work effective and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others.
• Ability to manage individual workflow effectively and improve processes when necessary.
• Ability to perform routine analytical, administrative, research, and recordkeeping tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers both in written and verbal communications.
• Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction.
• Ability to show initiative and commitment to the company's goals.
• Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements.
• Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times.

Working Environment & Conditions
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.
The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Candidates can email their resumes to and must also apply online at Leisnoi.com.
Leisnoi is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Leisnoi considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status or any other legal protected status. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, Leisnoi Corporation, may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to Leisnoi Shareholders and their Descendants. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
# of Hires Needed
1
Exemption Type
Exempt