Privacy Analyst

Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000-$95,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. At Sawdey Solution Services, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. We will consider several factors when extending an offer to an applicant. These factors include (but are not limited to) the position, associated responsibilities, work experience, education, related training, and related skills.

Position Location: Washington, D.C.

Telework/Work-from-Home Authorized:

Yes - When Authorized/Hybrid

About the Role:

The Privacy Analyst will be responsible for working with Bureau Chief Privacy Officers to ensure that the Department's bureaus operate in compliance with the requirements in the Privacy Act of 1974, the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), the privacy provisions of the E-Government Act of 2002, as well as Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance and National Institutes for Standards and Technology (NIST) standards and guidelines. Provide efficient processing of Privacy Act (PA) requests and review and clearance of PA System of Records Notices (SORNs).

Additional Responsibilities Include, but are not Limited To:

• Facilitates engagement between the multiple stakeholders in identifying best practices to ensure a consistent and efficient approach for complying with federal privacy laws and policies.
• Reviews and coordinates approval by the Senior Agency Official for Privacy of privacy notices, privacy plans, and privacy risk assessments.
• Provides support that privacy complaints and incidents are coordinated properly, reported systematically, processed, and mitigated efficiently, and communicated appropriately in accordance with federal privacy laws and directives, and Department policies and procedures.
• Provides support to ensure the consideration and protection of privacy in the collection, maintenance, use, sharing, and disposal of personal information about individuals across bureau programs and activities.
• Reviews privacy plans for information systems that create, collect, use, process, store, maintain, disseminate, disclose, and dispose of PII prior to authorization, reauthorization, or ongoing authorization.
• Ensures the Senior Agency Official for Privacy is made aware of information systems and components that cannot be appropriately protected or secured.
• Reviews and manages the internal clearance of reports of new, modified, or rescinded systems of records for Department review, for OMB, and for Congress.
• Reviews Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) required by the privacy provisions of the E-Government Act of 2002, as well as OMB and Department guidance.
• Reviews the creation, collection, use, processing, storage, maintenance, dissemination, disclosure, or disposal of PII to the extent reasonably practicable, that such PII is accurate, relevant, timely, and complete and to reduce the Department's PII holdings to the minimum necessary for the proper performance of authorized agency functions.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Experience Requirements:

• Two (2) years or more of strong knowledge of the PA.
• Two (2) years or more in reviewing records for disclosure for PA requests.
• Technical Credibility - Familiarity with privacy laws, rules, and regulations such as the Privacy Act of 1974, the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), the privacy provisions of the E-Government Act of 2002 and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) circulars and guidance. Knowledge of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards and guidelines, including NIST Special Publication 800-37 and 800-53. Knowledge of privacy risk assessment methodologies, information technology, information systems, and the systems development life cycle (SDLC).

Education Requirements:

• Associates degree required.

Other Required Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to effectively communicate with customer and fulfill all duties and responsibilities as listed in the contract.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite including, but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Background Check

US Citizenship Requirements:

This position supports a U.S. Government Contract whose terms require Sawdey Solution Services to staff it only with U.S. Citizens.

• Mission-Critical Work: We play a vital role in ensuring the security of our nation's digital infrastructure.
• Professional Growth: Embrace the opportunity to take on diverse and dynamic roles that challenge and inspire you.
• Collaborative Culture: You are joining a unified team where your unique contributions are valued and celebrated.

• Hardworking Individuals: If you're someone who takes initiative, loves a challenge, and is committed to excellence, you'll feel right at home here.
• Talented Professionals: Whether you're an expert in your field or a rising star, we recognize your potential and support your effort toward success.
• Diverse Perspectives: Our strength lies in our diversity. We believe that a diverse team fosters creativity, innovation, and achievement.

This position is currently accepting applications.