Technical Writer

Education

Education: Bachelor's Degree

We are seeking an experienced Technical Writer - Information Technology Security Documentation Consultant to support the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS). This role is responsible for developing, revising, and maintaining information security governance documentation aligned with industry cybersecurity frameworks and organizational objectives.

• Develop and revise information security policies.
• Develop technical standards supporting approved security policies.
• Develop operational procedures and implementation guidance.
• Create security baselines and configuration documentation.
• Develop compliance documentation for technical accuracy, consistency, completeness, and enforce ability.
• Recommend improvements to governance documentation structure and organization.
• Produce documentation for technical staff, management, auditors, and external reviewers.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to document existing processes and required controls.
• Maintain document version control and support periodic reviews.

Technical writing experience involving cybersecurity or IT governance
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• NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• NIST SP 800-53
• IRS Publication 1075
• CIS Critical Security Controls
• Security Governance & Risk Management
• Identity and Access Management
• Vulnerability Management
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
• Security Awareness & Training
• Policy Lifecycle Management

• Experience writing documentation aligned with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, and IRS Publication 1075.
• CISSP, CISA, CGRC, Security+, or equivalent certifications.

100% Onsite – Jackson, MS (Remote/Hybrid candidates will not be considered.)

If you have strong technical writing expertise and a solid background in cybersecurity governance, we’d love to hear from you!

Interested candidates, please share your updated resume or reach out directly for more information.