Senior Technical Writer/Editor

Are you looking for your next challenge? Are you ready to work with a performance-based small company? At Zantech, we are a dynamic Woman Owned Small Business focused on providing complex, mission-focused solutions with a proven track record of outstanding customer performance and high employee satisfaction. We would love to talk with you regarding the next step in your career. Come join our team!

About the role

Zantech is looking for a talented Senior Technical Writer/Editor to contribute to the success of our upcoming Program Management and Cyber Support Services project for an Onsite role based out of Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee efforts to professionalize external communications through high-quality technical and operational publications
• Ensure all publications adhere to established DHS style guidelines
• Ensure compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards for all government publications
• Maintain consistency across different publication platforms and products
• Draft, edit, and publish cybersecurity alerts, technical advisories, reports, and analysis documents
• Translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and understandable content for various audiences
• Work closely with CISA's internal teams including threat analysts and incident response coordinators
• Coverage with interagency, private sector, and international partners to gather necessary technical information
• Oversee end-to-end publication process ensuring materials are reviewed, approved, and disseminated promptly
• Coverage input from subject matter experts and fact-check content
• Maintain repository of published content ensuring materials are easily accessible and organized
• Serve as publisher of CISA products posted on CISA.gov website
• Support engagement with publication partners and help coordinate development of joint-sealed products
• Collect and manage stakeholder feedback and develop content, messaging, and strategies to enhance communications

Requirements

• Experience producing cybersecurity alerts, advisories, or technical documentation
• Experience with Section 508 accessibility compliance
• Experience coordinating with subject matter experts to gather and translate technical information
• Proficiency with DHS style guidelines
• Understanding of Section 508 accessibility requirements for government publications
• Knowledge of DHS MD 4010.2 Pub regarding accessibility
• Ability to translate complex cybersecurity technical information for various audiences
• Strong editing and proofreading skills with attention to detail
• Understanding of cybersecurity terminology, threats, and defensive measures
• Experience with content management systems and CISA.gov website publishing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

• Education Required: None specified
• Education Preferred: Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Technical Writing, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Certifications Required: None specified
• Certifications Preferred: Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC), DHS Trusted Tester Certification (Section 508 compliance), Information Assurance or Cybersecurity certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP)

Benefits

Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a vacation package, as well as a fast-paced and exciting work environment.

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