Technical Writer -Journeyman

Govcio LLC

1d•Remote

About The Position

Govcio are seeking a detail-oriented Journeyman Technical Writer to join our team. The primary responsibility of this position is to create, maintain, and continuously improve our internal and external document libraries. This is a fully remote position. Responsibilities This role serves as the bridge between complex technical concepts and clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation. The ideal candidate has expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Products, including, but no limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio, exceptional writing skills, and a strong understanding of software development methodologies and documentation standards.

Requirements

Clearance Required: Secret with eligibility to Acquire a Top-Secret clearance
Bachelor's with 5-8 years of experience
Proven experience 5 years as a Technical Writer
Must pass practical assessment test
Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Word, including advanced formatting, styles, templates, fields, macros, and document automation.
Strong working knowledge of other Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio for diagrams).
Demonstrated ability to understand and document complex technical concepts and translate them into clear, audience-appropriate language.
Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, etc.).
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DCSA, DoD, or federal security agencies.
Familiarity with RPA tools and automation initiatives.
Knowledge of federal and DoD documentation and compliance standards.
Experience with documentation tools such as Confluence and SharePoint
- Knowledge of diagramming tools and screenshot/markup tools.
- Understanding of version control systems (Git) and content management practices.
- Previous experience writing for regulated industries or enterprise software.
- Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

Create, update, and maintain a comprehensive library of software documentation, including system design and requirements, user guides, internal process documents, API references, release notes, and technical specifications.
Collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, architects, and QA teams to gather, understand, and accurately document technical requirements, designs, and implementation details.
Write clear, concise, and well-structured technical documents tailored to different audiences (developers, testers, stakeholders, end-users).
Ensure consistency, version control, and traceability across all documentation artifacts.
Apply best practices in technical writing, including the use of templates, style guides, and structured authoring techniques.
Format, edit, proofread, and finalize documents using advanced features of Microsoft Word (styles, templates, tables, headers/footers, track changes, references, TOC automation, etc.).
Manage document repositories, implement version control processes, and ensure documentation remains current throughout the software development lifecycle.
Participate in peer reviews, gather feedback, and continuously improve documentation quality and usability.
Assist in creating visual aids (diagrams, tables, flowcharts) to enhance understanding when appropriate.