SEO Content Specialist
Cypress HCM · Meridian, ID · 2 wk ago
Marketing$28.12–$33.74/hrContract
Core SEO Execution
- Conduct keyword research for blog and glossary topics using SEO tools (e.g., SEMrush)
- Create SEO-driven content outlines for blog articles and product pages (structure, headings, intent, and target keywords) for business units
- Cook with writers, agencies, internal teams, and AI tools to move content through production stages
- Manage content workflow from intake through publication (backlog ? in progress ? review ? published)
- Maintain content pipeline visibility and status tracking for stakeholders
- Track and report basic content performance
- Report on content performance, highlighting what was successfully executed versus what did not meet expectations
- Review and optimize draft content to ensure strong SEO structure and alignment with target keywords
- Conduct off-site outreach to build high-quality backlinks
- Strengthen internal linking by strategically connecting related pages across the site
- GEO & LLM Optimization
Enhance Existing Content
- Enhance existing content for GEO performance by rewriting definitions, structuring answer-first sections, and improving clarity for AI-driven search
- Develop and expand FAQ sections using targeted queries, ensuring concise, technically accurate, and AI-friendly responses
- Apply consistent content structuring best practices (headers, bullets, short-form answers) to improve retrieval in AI Overviews and LLMs
- Strengthen entity coverage and internal linking by incorporating related technologies, use cases, and optimized anchor text
- Execute scalable on-page optimizations using provided briefs, checklists, and tools to improve visibility across search and generative platforms
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or a related field
- 3+ years experience in SEO, content marketing, or digital marketing
- Familiarity with SEO tools (SEMrush or similar)
- Strong understanding of keyword research and search intent
- Familiarity with GEO concepts and AI search optimization — understanding of how LLMs discover, read, and cite content
- Experience writing or editing for AI-readiness, including semantic structure, conversational keyword integration, and entity optimization
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, including the ability to work directly with tech teams on site health and schema implementation needs
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Nice to Have
- Experience with project management platforms (Workfront)
- Exposure to analytics tools (Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics)
- Background in B2B or technical content environments (Semiconductors, memory and storage)
- Ability to write technical content (AI tools may assist with drafting)
- Exposure to GEO tools such as Athena, Gradial, or similar platforms that track AI visibility and citations
- Experience with AI agents, humanizing AI content, etc.