Senior Technical Editor and Content Strategist - Clearance Required

Description

@ ICF, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists to challenge the status quo.

The Senior Technical Editor & Content Strategist will develop, edit, and evaluate cybersecurity-focused content for a government organization. This role requires a seasoned editor with cybersecurity familiarity who can assess technical accuracy, strategic alignment, and overall effectiveness of cybersecurity publications. The ideal candidate will ensure that content supports broader messaging strategies, aligns with agency priorities, and is delivered in the most effective format for the intended audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical editing, ensuring all content aligns with a cyber agency’s strategic objectives and supports broader cybersecurity initiatives.
• Evaluate content beyond copyediting, assessing product type, messaging, and format for the target audience and strategic goals.
• Identify opportunities for content optimization and work with SMEs to refine technical accuracy, enhance clarity, and ensure consistency.
• Ensure technical documentation aligns with evolving cybersecurity threats, best practices, and frameworks.
• Support the coordination and release of cybersecurity products, ensuring seamless integration with ongoing campaigns and initiatives.
• Actively participate in editorial meetings providing updates and recommendations to products.
• Develop and maintain editorial best practices according to guidelines, standardizing review processes and ensuring quality control.
• Work with technical SMEs to refine cybersecurity content.
• Work independently and demonstrate active listening and collaboration with peers in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• SCI clearance required.
• US Citizenship required by federal contract.
• 5 years of experience in technical writing, editing, or content analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
  
  

Additional Qualifications

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Master of AP Style.
• Experience supporting a government client and executing both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office producing consistent and uniform work products.
• Experience working in a virtual environment and familiarity with SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook.
  
  

Job Location(s): Position is hybrid, must be located in Washington D.C. area to visit client site in northern Virginia if needed.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. 

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$74,090.00 - $125,954.00

Virginia Client Office (VA88)