Technical Writer II - Public Trust

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Full Time Professional Arlington, VA, US

Salary Range: $76,000.00 To $88,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Technical Writer II
- Council and Advisory Support
- Public Trust

Location: Onsite/Hybrid - DHS CISA, Arlington, VA. Classified work at 1110 N. Glebe Road or 1310 N. Courthouse; unclassified work may occur at 4200 Wilson Boulevard or an approved remote worksite.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, excluding federal holidays; schedule flexibility may be required for emergent events.

Security Requirements: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain DH Public Trust eligibility/access and favorable DHS fitness and required access determinations. Classified work is performed at approved Government facilities.

Work Authorization: U.S. citizenship required for classified access. Must be authorized to work in the United States.

AttainX is seeking a Technical Writer II to develop, edit, and maintain clear technical and executive documentation for CISA’s SED-governed councils, advisory entities, committees, working groups, and strategic stakeholder engagements. This position supports the Stakeholder Engagement Division through critical infrastructure engagement and advisory services.

Qualifications and

Education Requirements:

• Two (2) to four (4) years of related technical writing, editing, publication, or Government documentation experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in English, communications, technical communication, public policy, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience developing and editing executive briefings, white papers, reports, meeting summaries, and procedural documents.
• Ability to translate complex policy and technical information into clear, accurate, audience-appropriate content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat; familiarity with Drupal, version control, accessible documents, and Section 508 requirements.
• Knowledge of FACA and FACA-exempt council operations, DHS Directive 093-01, and federal records requirements, including General Records Schedule 6.2.
• Microsoft Office Specialist:
  Word Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps) certification is preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DHS CISA Public Trust/access; classified work must be performed at approved Government facilities.

Job Duties:

• Draft and edit council reports, studies, white papers, executive briefings, and meeting records for clarity, factual accuracy, and consistency.
• Translate critical infrastructure research and policy inputs into readable products tailored to leadership and stakeholder audiences.
• Develop document templates and apply DHS/CISA style requirements, plain language, and Section 508 accessibility.
• Capture meeting discussions, decisions, recommendations, and action items accurately, including classified sessions within authorized access.
• Maintain version-controlled drafts, review comments, approval records, and records inventories under General Records Schedule 6.2.
• Coordinate with analysts and Government reviewers to validate facts and deliver publication-ready materials on established schedules.
• Support classified meetings at approved Government facilities, including registration, onsite logistics, attendance records, and accurate meeting notes; prepare and handle records using required classified protocols.

Non
- Essential Functions:

Other related duties as assigned.

About Us

AttainX, Inc. delivers technology solutions, software products, and professional services to Federal Government customers. Our people are central to achieving our customers’ missions. We support quality, collaboration, and employee growth through teamwork and professional development.

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including paid vacation, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a matching 401(k) plan, tuition/training reimbursement, and long- and short-term disability coverage, subject to plan terms and eligibility.

EEO Commitment:

AttainX is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination. We provide equal opportunity to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by…