Release Reviewer

Company: Progressive Technology Federal Systems
Location: Fort George G Meade
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Title: Release Reviewer Ft Meade. MD (on-site) Full and Part-time positions available Position Summary: As a Release Reviewer, you will play a critical role in the lifecycle of classified information. You will be responsible for evaluating and processing Automatic Declassification Reviews (ADR) and Mandatory Declassification Reviews (MDR). Your primary mission is to meticulously analyze sensitive records, identify classified content based on current security guidance, and determine what can be safely released to the public or transferred to the National Archives (NARA). Essential Duties: Document Analysis: Review complex records to identify classified data, apply appropriate classification levels, and execute redactions using legal exemption codes. Based on the criteria of Executive Order (EO) 13526, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act (PA). Case Management: Prepare comprehensive review cases, providing written rationale for redactions and clear recommendations for document release. Archival Integrity: Oversee the physical and intellectual custody of permanent records. This includes appraising, arranging, and describing records according to the principles of provenance and original order. Inter-Agency Coordination: Identify Other Government Agency (OGA) equities and facilitate the necessary referrals and coordination for multi-agency reviews. Research & Consistency: Conduct in-depth research into historical release decisions to ensure all current recommendations remain accurate and consistent with policy. Preservation: Ensure records are properly housed in preservation-quality materials and managed through the formal transfer process to NARA. Qualifications & Experience: Clearance: Must hold an active Top Secret/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph . Experience: 6–10 years of experience in information security and classification. Background: Direct experience with the SAR program or prior client-specific experience is highly preferred . We will consider candidates with strong relevant experience must be in conducting research and analysis. Examples include IC experience, SIGNIT experience (such as intelligence analysts, foreign disclosure officers, CD/CI/CT analysts, etc.) who demonstrate a deep familiarity with FOIA, PA, and EO 13526 . Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and standard office applications; ability to maintain high productivity while working at a computer workstation for extended periods. Core Competencies: Meticulous attention to detail in document preparation and proofreading. Ability to rapidly assimilate complex information to make accurate, timely decisions. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Benefits: B enefits available to schedules that are 24 hours a week and above 15 days paid time off per year 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental & Vision 401(k) Plan with matching Tuition assistance Life and Disability insurance A Gym is provided at no additional cost to the employee in the Rockville, MD office

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