Cybersecurity Technical Writer
About The Position
SkyePoint Decisions is seeking a Cybersecurity Technical Writer to support a cybersecurity program by developing, editing, reviewing, and maintaining technical, operational, compliance, and program management documentation. The position works closely with cybersecurity engineers, RMF analysts, ISSOs, project managers, and Government stakeholders to create clear, accurate, and compliant documentation supporting cybersecurity operations, Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, audit readiness, and executive communications. The Cybersecurity Technical Writer will perform independent quality assurance reviews of RMF, cybersecurity, governance, risk, compliance, and executive reporting artifacts to ensure completeness, consistency, traceability, Section 508 compliance, and readiness for Government submission. They will ensure deliverables are technically accurate, consistent, well-organized, Section 508 compliant, and aligned with NIH, HHS, and Federal cybersecurity requirements. The role is critical to maintaining high-quality work products across the cybersecurity program. This position is fully remote.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in technical writing supporting cybersecurity, IT, or Federal programs.
- Experience developing technical documentation in support of cybersecurity or information technology initiatives.
- Strong technical writing, editing, proofreading, and document management skills.
- Experience creating executive reports, technical documentation, and standard operating procedures.
- Familiarity with: NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-53, FISMA, Federal cybersecurity documentation requirements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
Nice To Haves
- One or more of the following certifications: Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC), Security+, CGRC (Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance), CAP (Certified Authorization Professional), CISSP, Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS).
- Experience supporting Federal civilian agencies.
- Experience supporting RMF authorization efforts and cybersecurity compliance programs.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance processes.
- Experience creating documentation for cloud, cybersecurity, and IT operations programs.
- Familiarity with ServiceNow, SharePoint, Confluence, Jira, eMASS, or similar documentation platforms.
- Experience supporting proposal development and technical volume preparation.
Responsibilities
- Develop, edit, and maintain cybersecurity documentation supporting programs and systems.
- Create and update technical documents, reports, procedures, and operational guides.
- Translate complex cybersecurity concepts into clear, understandable language for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ensure consistency, quality, accuracy, and formatting across all program deliverables.
- Maintain document repositories and version control processes.
- Support development and maintenance of authorization package documentation, including: System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), Security Categorization documentation, Contingency Plans, Incident Response Plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Policies and Standards.
- Review cybersecurity artifacts for completeness, quality, and compliance.
- Coordinate document updates resulting from assessments, audits, and authorization activities.
- Develop executive briefings, status reports, dashboards, and presentation materials.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements.
- Perform technical editing, proofreading, and formatting of cybersecurity deliverables.
- Ensure documents adhere to organizational documentation standards.
- Ensure documents, reports, presentations, and deliverables meet Section 508 accessibility requirements.
- Review and remediate documents for accessibility compliance.
Benefits
- Certification incentive program
- PTO
- Floating federal holiday options
- Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs]
- Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs]
- Full Dental Plans
- Vision
- ST/LT Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401k matched
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
