HHS - Technical Writer

cFocus Software Incorporated • Rockville, MD

3d • Remote

About The Position

cFocus Software seeks a Technical Writer to join our program supporting the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) This position is remote. This position requires the ability a Public Trust clearance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, English, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience providing technical writing support in federal IT or cybersecurity programs.
• Demonstrated experience documenting cybersecurity, privacy, or compliance programs.
• Experience producing executive-level and technical documentation.
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and editorial quality.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, RMF, FISMA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain cybersecurity and privacy policies, procedures, standards, and guidance documents.
• Edit and format RMF and A&A artifacts including SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, Continuous Monitoring Plans, and SOPs.
• Support development of program plans, governance documentation, and operational playbooks.
• Ensure documentation aligns with HHS, HRSA, NIST, and OMB requirements and standards.
• Maintain document version control, configuration management, and approval workflows.
• Support audits, OIG reviews, and external data calls through accurate documentation preparation.
• Collaborate with ISSOs, A&A SMEs, GRC Analysts, and Program Management staff to ensure technical accuracy.
• Develop cybersecurity and privacy communications including briefings, newsletters, fact sheets, and advisories.
• Create executive-level presentations, dashboards, and reports for HRSA and HHS leadership.
• Support development of cybersecurity and privacy awareness and role-based training materials.
• Translate complex technical and regulatory content into clear, concise, audience-appropriate language.
• Support HRSA cybersecurity outreach and internal communications initiatives.
• Edit and format training materials, job aids, and reference guides.
• Ensure consistent messaging and branding across cybersecurity and privacy communications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level