Remote Technical Writer Job in Washington, DC DEFTEC Corporation

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Computer Science Information Technology Information Systems or related field
• Excellent IT technical writing and communication skills (English) with proven experience of at least 5 years
• Practical experience in working with Microsoft Office spreadsheet word processor and visualization tools
• Practical experience in working with Microsoft Visio
• Practical experience in working with Microsoft SharePoint to manage document repositories configurations and content
• Experience in using Enterprise Architecture tools
• Good knowledge of Enterprise IT infrastructures Microsoft 365 and cloud computing technologies
• Good knowledge of CIS Security and accreditation processes
• Former experience in NCIA and knowledge of the NATO/NCI Agency structure and CIS security/accreditation process and procedures (preferable)
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts in standards/product descriptions/manuals and make them easily understandable in text and pictures
• Good communication and interpersonal skills in order to work efficiently with internal technical teams and external subcontractors on product and documentation requirements
• Excellent formal writing skills in English
• A Certificate of Security Obligation will be required

Desirables

• NCIA experience
• NATO knowledge
• Enterprise IT knowledge
• CIS accreditation process

What the job involves

• Producing high-quality documentation that is appropriate for its intended audience
• Working with internal teams and external subcontractors on product and documentation requirements
• Writing clear and concise requirement design testing installation and accreditation documentation
• Creating end-user documentation including tutorials manuals troubleshooting guides
• Editing proofreading and revising/rewriting existing content
• Maintaining a coherent technical terminology and documentation set in the project