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Brillient Corporation is a government contracting and digital transformation firm supporting federal agencies across Defense, Space, Intelligence, and Civilian sectors, partnering with agencies to modernize operations, improve mission delivery, and deliver specialized talent for complex federal programs

Why Brillient?

• At Brillient, you'll join an award-winning digital transformation company dedicated to helping government agencies evolve from analog processes to digital solutions and advanced analytics that drive smarter decisions and mission success
• We are guided by four core values: Value (delivering meaningful results for our clients and employees), Integrity (building trust through honesty, accountability, and ethical business practices), Flexibility (embracing agility and collaboration to adapt to changing needs), and Innovation (continuously improving processes, technologies, and solutions)
• We are committed to fostering a professional, respectful, and collaborative workplace where employees are supported, recognized for their contributions, and empowered to succeed

What Sets Us Apart

• Commitment to Sustainability: We strive to be an environmentally conscious organization through sustainable business practices
• Community Impact: We believe in giving back and making a positive difference in the communities where we live and work
• At Brillient, we hire talented, driven individuals who are passionate about helping clients achieve their mission objectives through innovation and excellence. As a client-focused and employee-centered organization, we take pride in our collaborative culture, commitment to professional growth, and dedication to delivering exceptional results

Benefits & Perks

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance, including: Generous Paid Time Off; Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Coverage; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage; Wellness Programs; 401(k) Retirement Plan; and Competitive Compensation

Position Summary

• Brillient is seeking a FOIA Program Specialist to provide comprehensive support for the client's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program, ensuring all activities comply with 5 U.S.C. § 552, DoD Manual 5400.07, and other relevant federal regulations and agency policies
• The selected candidate will manage and process approximately 40 FOIA requests per month from initial receipt to final disposition, including logging, tracking, and acknowledging requests within statutory timelines, and will conduct thorough and well-documented searches for records responsive to FOIA requests across various agency offices and electronic systems
• This role analyzes and conducts first-level reviews of responsive records to identify information exempt from release under FOIA exemptions, applies redactions to records as appropriate, and drafts response letters for Government review and final signature, including final release determinations, "no records" responses, and fee-related communications
• The candidate will maintain the official FOIA case file and a detailed tracking log or database for all requests, documenting key actions and timelines for reporting and compliance purposes
• Additional responsibilities include preparing and delivering a Monthly FOIA Status Report detailing request volume, processing times, backlog status, and other key metrics

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under applicable law.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned in accordance with business demands and/or contractual requirements.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship Required
• Active Secret clearance
• Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in FOIA program management or records management
• Deep operational knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552) and DoD Manual 5400.07
• Proven experience identifying FOIA exemptions and applying proper document redactions securely
• Experience conducting thorough record searches across enterprise electronic systems and offices
• Strong written communication skills required for drafting formal response letters (e.g., release determinations, fee communications)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience managing the entire FOIA request process independently with minimal Government involvement
• Experience utilizing SIPRNet to search for, review, and process classified records responsive to FOIA requests up to the Secret level
• Proficiency in maintaining FOIA case files and tracking databases to ensure 100% compliance with statutory timelines