CMMC Technical Writer

Covenant HR; United States; Remote; Full time

Job summary

Covenant HR is seeking a CMMC Technical Writer with expertise in cybersecurity compliance for a fully remote position. The role involves creating critical documentation to support CMMC activities while collaborating with experts in the field. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, possess strong writing skills, and demonstrate a solid understanding of GRC and cybersecurity regulations.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of GRC, cybersecurity, FAR, DFARS, CUI, CMMC, and FedRAMP.
• CMMC RP or CCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain documentation supporting CMMC compliance activities.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity consultants to gather accurate technical requirements.
• Translate complex cybersecurity controls into readable documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Writing skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of relevant experience

Job description

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Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $65.00/hr

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Company – Our client is a fast-growing consulting firm that supports cybersecurity and compliance initiatives for U.S. federal contractors and agencies. With a specialized focus in GRC and CMMC readiness, they work with innovative organizations seeking to meet the highest standards of security and regulatory compliance. Their team includes nationally recognized experts and certified professionals delivering transformative outcomes across sectors.

Job Title – CMMC Technical Writer

Location – Remote (U.S. based), with occasional travel to client sites

Role Type – Contract (initial 8-month contract with strong potential for extension)

Must Have Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of relevant experience
• Deep understanding of GRC, cybersecurity, FAR, DFARS, CUI, CMMC, and FedRAMP
• CMMC RP or CCP certification strongly preferred
• Excellent communication, writing, and teamwork skills
• Willingness to travel to client sites when required

Responsibilities and Job Details:

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation supporting CMMC compliance activities
• Write tailored, technically sound policies, procedures, and supporting artifacts in alignment with client environments
• Collaborate with cybersecurity consultants and client teams to gather accurate technical and compliance requirements
• Translate complex cybersecurity controls into readable, actionable documentation
• Support gap assessments and readiness planning aligned with CMMC, NIST 800-171, and FedRAMP frameworks
• Conduct interviews and working sessions with client personnel to understand existing practices
• Align all documentation deliverables with DoD and NIST standards for safeguarding CUI
• Deliver high-quality written outputs within set deadlines and formatting standards
• Act as a subject matter expert in the preparation and validation of GRC documentation packages
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior staff as needed
• Maintain a strong understanding of evolving CMMC requirements and contribute to internal process improvement initiatives
• Support business development teams by contributing to proposals and compliance strategies when requested.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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