FOIA Analyst at Akira Technologies

Akira Technologies is seeking a highly skilled FOIA Analyst to support records management and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for a federal client. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with FOIA and related regulations while providing efficient, accurate, and timely responses to information requests. The ideal candidate has experience analyzing, reviewing, and processing sensitive records for release, possesses excellent communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

This is an onsite roles supporting locations in Washington, DC, Reston, VA, Herndon, VA, and Lakewood, CO.  Public Trust or higher security clearance is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and process records for release under FOIA, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Conduct detailed analysis of sensitive or classified records to identify exempt or releasable content.
• Manage and track FOIA requests in electronic processing systems and databases, maintaining accurate documentation and audit-ready records.
• Provide research, redaction, and administrative support for FOIA casework.
• Collaborate with internal teams, requesters, and external stakeholders to clarify requests and ensure timely responses.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and supporting documentation for FOIA-related activities.
• Assist in implementing process improvements and best practices in FOIA processing workflows.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in analytical and administrative support, including advanced expertise in processing records for release under FOIA.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat, and electronic FOIA processing or e-discovery tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively assist, interpret, track, and document casework.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working independently while meeting tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with federal agencies and understanding FOIA regulations.
• Familiarity with sensitive information handling and classified materials.
• Knowledge of federal records management policies and procedures.

Salary Range:  $60,000 to $85,000

Akira’s pay range for this position considers various factors including skills, years of experience, training, licenses, certifications, alignment with market data, and internal equity in the organization.  This pay range estimate is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary, which Akira believes to be done in good faith in compliance with local laws.  The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

General Description of Benefits

Akira offers its employees multiple options for medical plans (some with Health Savings Account), dental plans, and vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan with employer match.  To promote work/life balance, Akira offers paid time off, including vacation and sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave.  We also offer short and long-term disability benefits to protect employee income in the event of sickness or injury, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and critical illness insurance.  Akira also offers tuition, training, and certification reimbursement for professional development and career advancement.

Akira regularly reviews our total rewards package to ensure our offerings remain competitive and reflect the values and needs expressed by our employees.

About Akira Technologies   

Akira strives to meet and exceed the mission and objectives of US federal agencies. As a leading small business cloud modernization and data analytics services provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated solutions and technologies that serve the needs of our customers and citizens. Akira serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, cyber, defense, civilian, and health markets. Every day, our employees deliver transformational outcomes, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.   

Akira is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.