Job Description: Technical Writer - Create, update, and maintain technical documentation such as reports, manuals, instructions, proposals, and policy guides. Ensure all materials are accurate, transparent, and compliant with federal cybersecurity guidelines. Collaborate closely with DHS policy teams, security specialists, and technical staff to document procedures, operations, and compliance measures.
Job Overview:
- Develop and maintain accurate technical documentation related to cybersecurity policies, system audits, and federal compliance procedures.
- Write, edit, and organize content to support DHS security audits, policy updates, and operational reviews.
- Collaborate with security specialists, policy teams, and technical staff to ensure all documentation complies with federal cybersecurity mandates.
- Ensure documentation aligns with DHS-specific cybersecurity protocols and federal standards for clarity, conciseness, and accessibility.
Security Clearance: Secret
Years Experience: 7 years or more experience in the responsibilities and tasks below.
- Job Responsibilities:
- Create and update comprehensive documentation on DHS cybersecurity policies, including procedures for system security audits, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives.
- Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to accurately document technical processes, risk mitigation strategies, and security protocols.
- Ensure documentation reflects federal cybersecurity frameworks such as FISMA, FedRAMP, and other relevant standards.
- Prepare materials for cybersecurity training sessions and ensure all technical content is accessible to both technical and non-technical personnel.
- Revise existing documents to reflect updated policies, compliance requirements, and audit findings, ensuring they meet DHS security standards.
- Develop visual aids such as diagrams, flowcharts, and tables to enhance understanding of technical content, particularly for policy or audit procedures.
- Maintain an organized repository of all technical documents, version histories, and revisions for easy access during audits and policy reviews.
- Participate in stakeholder meetings to gather and incorporate feedback on document drafts, ensuring alignment with DHS operational goals and regulatory changes.
- Provide editorial support to ensure all technical writing adheres to DHS style guides and documentation best practices.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Constellation West will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
About The Organization
Constellation West is an award winning company that delivers Information Technology (IT) engineering services and solutions and non-IT subject matter expertise worldwide. Established in 1997, Constellation West is an industry leader, partnering with key organizations. As a prime contractor or preferred subcontractor, we have a continual list of opportunities to fill nationwide with multiple agencies such as the Department of Veteran Affairs, the Department of Defense, civilian agencies, and the national intelligence community. Many positions supporting the U.S. federal government require our employees to be granted security clearances.
Constellation West strives to provide fully integrated solutions that cover all aspects of system and network engineering, administration, and management. We believe in attracting the right people ready to take on exciting challenges and be part of a dynamic team. Are you one of them? Do you have the expertise and knowledge to solve complex problems? If yes, join us and be a part of an exhilarating work environment that rewards your hard work and dedication. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference!
Benefits include but are not limited to:
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Competitive Health Benefits
• 11 Paid Holidays!!
• 15 PTO Days!
• Veteran Hiring Preference
Constellation West is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V
