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Technical Writer
Location: Arlington, VA
Clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain DHS suitability clearance, as required by federal contract.
Summary:
The Technical Writer will support DHS CISA by developing clear, accurate, and accessible documentation that communicates complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. This role ensures consistency and compliance with agency standards across manuals, reports, training materials, and online content.
Responsibilities:
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Create, edit, and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and reports.
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Translate technical concepts into accessible content for diverse audiences.
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Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and project teams to gather and validate content.
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Ensure compliance with DHS and federal documentation standards.
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Maintain version control and update documents as systems or requirements change.
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Support proposal, policy, and training material development as needed.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Information Technology, or a related field.
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2–5 years of experience in technical writing or documentation support.
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Strong writing, editing, and formatting skills.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with SharePoint or Confluence preferred.
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Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.