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StraitSys Inc Regular Primary Function: The Contractor shall provide historical forensic research and documentation support to assist in the organization, assessment, and closure of legacy case files. The role requires strong archival research capability, precise documentation skills, and consistent adherence to forensic and security protocols. Essential Duties: * Historical Archives Research: Conduct comprehensive historical forensic research on legacy case files stored within official archives. * Document Optimization: Systematically organize and maintain legacy case documents to enhance accessibility and support ongoing investigative needs. * Data Compilation: Compile detailed, clear, and accurate research findings to support efficient case review processes. * Summary Drafting: Draft thorough research summaries for final review, verification, and use by currently qualified personnel in support of legacy case closures. * Operational Collaboration: Work closely with current technical staff to ensure historical documentation meets quality, procedural, and archival standards. * SOP & Security Adherence: Follow all applicable SOPs, guidelines, confidentiality requirements, and security protocols when handling sensitive forensic materials. Desired Skills & Competencies: * Proven ability to conduct detailed archival or historical research, including document retrieval, evaluation, and interpretation. * Strong analytical and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage complex case files and large volumes of documentation. * Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, comprehensive, and accurate summaries and reports. * Proficiency in maintaining structured documentation systems and applying document control standards. * Ability to work collaboratively with technical personnel, adhering consistently to established procedures and quality requirements. * Familiarity with forensic workflows, chain-of-custody principles, or legacy forensic protocols. Preferred Qualifications: * Former certification as a forensic examiner under recognized forensic quality systems. * Practical experience working with legacy forensic documentation, evidence records, or historical case files. * Experience operating within controlled or classified environments requiring strict adherence to security protocols. Required Education: * Bachelor's degree; in Forensic Science, Engineering, or related discipline. * Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI if required. PREFERENCE STATEMENT Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g). EEO STATEMENT Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.