What are the responsibilities and job description for the MS - MDHS- 162145 (Onsite)-Technical Writer - IT Security Documentation Consultant position at SR International Inc.?
State of Mississippi- Technical Writer - Information Technology Security Documentation Consultant - MS - MDHS- 162145 (Onsite)
Duration: At least 3 Years from projected start date
Rate: Based on Experience
Location: 3771 Eastwood Dr, Jackson, MS 39211
Work Hours: 8 AM to 5 PM (40 hours / week) , Occasional Overtime
Closing Date: 7/20/2026
No MBR. 100% Onsite Required. IMPORTANT: This posting is for MDHS which requires a fingerprint screen. The process to obtain a fingerprint screen is extremely slow and it could take a month to get the results. Do NOT submit candidates that need to start tomorrow, it's better to submit candidates that have a contract ending over the next month and is currently working. If they need to give a notice do NOT have them give their notice after accepting the offer, wait until the fingerprint results are returned and then have them give their notice.
Required Skills:
Technical writing experience involving cybersecurity or IT governance.
Demonstrated experience with several of the following:
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- NIST SP 800-53
- IRS Publication 1075
- CIS Critical Security Controls
- Security governance and risk management
- Identity and Access Management
- Incident Response
- Vulnerability Management
- Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
- Vendor Risk Management
- Security Awareness and Training
- Policy Lifecycle Management
Preferred Skills:
- Experience writing documentation aligned with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, and IRS Publication
1075
- CISSP, CISA, CGRC, Security , or equivelant certifications
Job Description:
The contractor will develop, revise, and maintain information security governance documentation. The work includes
creating technically accurate, enforceable documentation aligned with cybersecurity frameworks and organizational
objectives.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Develop and revise information security policies
- Develop technical standards supporting approved security policies.
- Develop operational procedures and implementation of guidance.
- Create security baselines and configuration documentation.
- Develop compliance documentation for technical accuracy, consistency, completeness, and enforceability.
- Recommend improvements to governance documentation structure and organization.
- Produce clear documentation suitable for technical staff, management, auditors, and external reviewers.
- Work with subject matter experts to accurately document existing processes and required controls.
- Maintain document version control and support periodic review
Skill Matrix:
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Skill |
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Years of Experience |
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HireRight used for Background Checks and Drug Screenings. Global ID facial Biomatrix |
Required |
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Technical writing experience involving cybersecurity or IT governance. |
Required |
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Demonstrated experience with several of the following: |
Required |
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NIST Cybersecurity Framework |
Required |
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NIST SP 800-53 |
Required |
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IRS Publication 1075 |
Required |
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CIS Critical Security Controls |
Required |
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Security governance and risk management |
Required |
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Identity and Access Management |
Required |
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Incident Response |
Required |
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Vulnerability Management |
Required |
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Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity |
Required |
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Vendor Risk Management |
Required |
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Security Awareness and Training |
Required |
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Policy Lifecycle Management |
Required |
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Experience writing documentation aligned with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, and IRS Publication 1075 |
Preferred |
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CISSP, CISA, CGRC, Security , or equivelant certifications |
Preferred |
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