Senior Technical Editor and Content Stratgeist

ICF • Arlington, VA

2d • $74,090 - $125,954 • Hybrid

About The Position

@ ICF, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients, and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists to challenge the status quo. The Senior Technical Editor and Content Strategist will develop, edit, and evaluate cybersecurity-focused content for a government organization. This role requires a seasoned editor with cybersecurity familiarity who can assess technical accuracy, strategic alignment, and overall effectiveness of cybersecurity-related documentation. The ideal candidate will ensure that content supports broader messaging strategies, aligns with agency priorities, and is delivered in the most effective format for the intended audience.

Requirements

• Public Trust clearance or higher (Secret, TS, etc. preferred).
• US Citizenship required by federal contract.
• 7+ years of experience in technical editing and content analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Master of AP style.
• Experience supporting a government client and executing both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for producing consistent and uniform work products.
• Experience working in a virtual environment and familiarity with SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical editing, ensuring all content aligns with a cyber agency’s strategic objectives and supports broader cybersecurity initiatives.
• Address issues with content structure and organization, grammar, syntax, spelling, punctuation, style, and readability.
• Evaluate content beyond copyediting, assessing product type, messaging, and format for the target audience and strategic goals.
• Identify opportunities for content optimization and work with SMEs to refine technical accuracy, enhance clarity, and ensure consistency.
• Ensure technical documentation aligns with evolving cybersecurity threats, best practices, and frameworks.
• Support the coordination and release of cybersecurity products, ensuring seamless integration with ongoing campaigns and initiatives.
• Actively participate in editorial meetings, providing updates and recommendations to products
• Develop and maintain editorial best practices according to guidelines, standardizing review processes and ensuring quality control.
• Work with technical SMEs to refine cybersecurity content.
• Work independently and demonstrate active listening and collaboration with peers in a fast-paced environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees