Senior Technical Writer

GovCIO; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GovCIO in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Senior Technical Writer with advanced expertise in content creation, document design, and editorial governance to streamline operations for a mission-critical US Coast Guard program.

You will produce and edit technical documents, collaborate with project teams to capture requirements, draft charters and plans, format reports, and translate complex workflows into clear user guides.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical writing, editorial oversight, content creation, and document formatting within a technical or IT environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical writing and editorial support, including content creation, formatting, proofing, and editing for all OAPL documentation.
• Collaborate with project coordinators and technical teams to document OAPL All Hands, Strategic Offsites, SMR/PMRs, deep-dives, briefings, and senior leadership updates.
• Develop, format, and maintain SELC documentation, including Project Charters, Tailoring Plans, and Project Plans.
• Support procurement phases by formatting and drafting market research reports and requirements verification artifacts.
• Elicit and structure information from users and stakeholders to create clear technical documentation and user guides.
• Translate complex operational workflows and functional requirements into precise, easy-to-understand documentation and templates.

Skills

Technical writing

Editorial oversight

Content creation

Documentation formatting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

High School with 9+ years

Tools

SharePoint

Confluence

Job description

Senior Technical Writer

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Technical Writer with advanced expertise in content creation, document design, and editorial governance to streamline operations for a mission-critical U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) program. This position will be located in Alexandria, VA,and will be a hybrid position.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical writing and editorial support, including content creation, formatting, proofing, and editing for all OAPL documentation.
• Collaborate with project coordinators and technical teams to document OAPL All Hands, Strategic Offsites, SMR/PMRs, deep-dives, briefings, and senior leadership updates.
• Develop, format, and maintain SELC documentation, including Project Charters, Tailoring Plans, and Project Plans.
• Support procurement phases by formatting and drafting market research reports and requirements verification artifacts.
• Elicit and structure information from users and stakeholders to create clear technical documentation and user guides.
• Translate complex operational workflows and functional requirements into precise, easy-to-understand documentation and templates.

Qualifications

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in technical writing, editorial oversight, content creation, and document formatting within a technical or IT environment.
• Demonstrated ability to proof, edit, and synthesize complex operational workflows or functional requirements into user-friendly documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple writing initiatives simultaneously.

Clearance Level: Must have an active Secret clearance

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting the U.S. Coast Guard, DoD, or other federal contracting environments.
• Familiarity with USCG SELC lifecycles, documentation frameworks, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience utilizing advanced document design tools, content repositories, or collaborative platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence).
• Experience collaborating with senior technical leadership, project coordinators, and cross-functional program teams

Posted Salary Range

USD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.