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Technical Writer Level II
AttainX,Inc
1d ago
0$76k - $85kWritingArlington, VA, USjobspy_indeed
remoteindeed
Job Description
**Job Title:** Technical Writer II \- Sector Risk Management Engagement \- DHS Public Trust
**Location:** Remote/Hybrid \- DHS CISA, 4200 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203\. Primary performance at CISA facilities; telework at a personal residence requires COR approval.
**Work Schedule:** Monday through Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, excluding federal holidays; schedule flexibility may be required for emergent events.
**Security Requirements:** DHS Public Trust \- Must obtain and maintain a favorable DHS fitness determination (Public Trust), complete the appropriate background investigation, and maintain required facility and system access.
**Work Authorization:** Must be a US Citizen, authorized to work in the United States and meet DHS personnel and system access requirements.
AttainX is seeking a Technical Writer II to develop, edit, and maintain clear technical and executive documentation for CISA’s Sector Management leadership and Sector Risk Management Agency responsibilities for sector\-specific and cross\-sector engagement. This position supports the Stakeholder Engagement Division through critical infrastructure engagement and advisory services.
**Qualifications and Education Requirements:**
* Two (2\) to four (4\) years of related technical writing, editing, publication, or Government documentation experience.
* A bachelor’s degree in English, communications, technical communication, public policy, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
* Experience developing and editing executive briefings, white papers, reports, meeting summaries, and procedural documents.
* Ability to translate complex policy and technical information into clear, accurate, audience\-appropriate content.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat; familiarity with Drupal, version control, accessible documents, and Section 508 requirements.
* Knowledge of critical infrastructure sectors, SRMA responsibilities, sector interdependencies, and cyber and physical risk considerations.
* Microsoft Office Specialist: Word Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps) certification is preferred.
* Must obtain and maintain a favorable DHS fitness determination (Public Trust) and required facility and system access.
**Job Duties:**
* Develop sector\-specific memos, talking points, summaries, white papers, briefing decks, and post\-engagement reports.
* Translate SME input, sector research, operational needs, and engagement outcomes into clear executive products.
* Edit materials for factual accuracy, clarity, consistent terminology, DHS/CISA style, and Section 508 accessibility.
* Prepare post\-engagement summaries within three business days unless directed otherwise and maintain a monthly document production log.
* Maintain version\-controlled drafts, reviewer comments, final products, and records supporting sector governance and coordination.
* Produce rapid briefing notes and coordination summari
