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.
The
Senior Technical Writer/Editor will play a crucial role in providing:
- Technical Messaging Support
- Technical writing and editing of cybersecurity publications
- Publication process management and quality assurance
- CISA.gov website publishing
- Section 508 compliance and accessibility
- Stakeholder feedback and communication strategy
The
Senior Technical Writer/Editor serves as the lead for technical messaging and publication efforts, serving as the primary authority for producing high-quality cybersecurity alerts, advisories, reports, and analysis documents that constitute the voice of CISA Cyber. This position oversees the end-to-end publication process, ensuring all publications adhere to DHS style guidelines, Section 508 accessibility standards, and federal best practices while delivering accurate, timely, and actionable cybersecurity information to diverse stakeholders.
Impact: Direct influence on the quality and effectiveness of CISA's cybersecurity communications reaching federal agencies, private sector, and international partners.
Responsibilities include, but will not be limited to:- 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
- Coordinate 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
- Coordinate input from subject matter experts and fact-check content
- Maintain repository of published content ensuring materials are easily accessible and organized
- Support coordinating functions to ensure CISA's voice is consistently and coherently reflected in publications
- Assist in improving agility of publication process for quicker turnaround times
- Develop templates, automation processes, and workflows that streamline content creation and approval
- 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
Required Experience or Knowledge of the following technologies/functions:- 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
- Skills Required:
- 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
Required Education/Certifications:- 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)
Required Security Clearance:- US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret or higher clearance, per contract requirements.
