Proposal Technical Writer

PROVATOHR INC•Fairfax, VA

20h

About The Position

The Proposal Technical Writer will play a critical role in crafting winning proposals for DoD and federal contracts. This position requires a blend of technical writing expertise, program/project management knowledge, IT proficiency, and cybersecurity acumen to translate complex technical concepts into clear, persuasive content. The ideal candidate will support cross-functional teams in responding to RFPs, RFIs, and other solicitation documents, while ensuring alignment with DoD standards and federal regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in proposal development for federal or DoD contracts.
Demonstrated knowledge of program/project management principles (e.g., PMP certification or equivalent experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies).
Strong understanding of IT concepts, including software development, network infrastructure, cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure), and systems engineering.
Expertise in cybersecurity domains, such as risk management, vulnerability assessments, encryption, and compliance with standards like NIST 800-53 or DoD RMF.
Familiarity with federal acquisition processes, including RFP analysis and proposal compliance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, SharePoint).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical information for diverse audiences.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance (Secret or higher preferred).

Nice To Haves

Certifications such as APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals), and PMP, CISSP, or CompTIA Security+.
Experience with DoD-specific tools or platforms (e.g., SAM.gov, GovWin, eBuy).
Prior work in a federal contracting environment, supporting agencies like the DoD, DHS, or intelligence community.
Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple proposals under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) in program/project management, IT, and cybersecurity to gather, analyze, and synthesize technical information for proposals.
Develop and write technical sections of proposals, including executive summaries, technical approaches, management plans, risk assessments, and compliance matrices.
Ensure proposal content adheres to DoD directives (e.g., DFARS, FAR), cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, CMMC), and IT standards (e.g., cloud computing, systems integration).
Edit and refine proposal drafts for clarity, consistency, grammar, and compliance with solicitation requirements.
Conduct research on emerging technologies, threats, and best practices in IT and cybersecurity to enhance proposal quality.
Manage and support proposal strategy sessions, storyboarding, and color team reviews.
Manage proposal timelines, coordinate inputs from multiple stakeholders, and track revisions using tools like SharePoint/TEAMS or proposal management software.
Assist in developing graphics, diagrams, and visuals to illustrate technical concepts (e.g., system architectures, project timelines).
Maintain a library of reusable proposal content, templates, and boilerplate materials focused on DoD/IT/cybersecurity topics.
Utilize AI background and understanding to support proposal development, capabilities and compliance matrices.