Technical Writer - 1099 (3-Month Contract)

ZipRecruiter; McLean (VA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven organization is seeking a Technical Writer to develop critical documentation for a government agency's IT services separation. The role involves preparing architectural diagrams and ensuring clarity across deliverables. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and at least 5 years of experience in Technical Writing. This is a 1099 independent contractor position with flexible hours and remote work option.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in Technical Writing.
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear, consistent, and well-structured documentation.
• Experience preparing architectural diagrams and cost matrices.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Separation Analysis Report and supporting documentation.
• Prepare architectural diagrams, cost matrices, and comparison tables.
• Ensure clarity and consistency across deliverables.

Skills

Technical Writing

Editing skills

Communication skills

Business process analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. We partner with highly skilled independent professionals who share our mission and bring specialized expertise to support our government clients.

The Office of the CIO (OCIO) of a major government agency requires contractor support to assist technical staff in understanding the technical dependencies, potential challenges and costs associated with separating a large portion of its IT services into an independent entity. IT services are defined as the IT systems (applications), data, and hardware that support the agency. This includes IT services housed at the agency’s facilities, data centers, and in the cloud, to include SaaS. The assessment will include more than 25 applications. Note: This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity, not a W-2 employee position. Contractors are engaged for specific projects or deliverables and are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and benefits.

Responsibilities

Develops the Separation Analysis Report and supporting documentation. Responsibilities include preparing architectural diagrams, cost matrices, and comparison tables, as well as documenting methodologies, assumptions, and compliance mappings. The Technical Writer ensures clarity, consistency, and readability across deliverables, and supports knowledge transfer by creating executive summaries and appendices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• At least 5 years experience in Technical Writing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop clear, consistent, and well-structured technical documentation.
• Experience preparing architectural diagrams, cost matrices, and comparison tables.
• Skilled in documenting methodologies, assumptions, and compliance mappings.
• Ability to produce executive summaries, appendices, and knowledge-transfer materials for diverse audiences.
• Strong editing and communication skills for readability and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in business process analysis for federal government agencies.

Work Structure

• Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
• Duration: 3 months
• Location: Remote
• Work Hours: Flexible, determined by contractor (within client requirements)
• Equipment: Contractor provides own equipment unless otherwise specified by client requirements
• Travel Requirement: Not required

Contractor Acknowledgment

This engagement is structured under a 1099 independent contractor agreement. Contractors:

• Maintain full responsibility for paying federal, state, and local taxes.
• Are not eligible for Aretum employee benefits.
• Retain control over how services are performed, consistent with contract terms.
• Must comply with all applicable federal contracting requirements, including safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), if applicable.

U.S. citizenship may be required based on federal contract requirements.

Benefits

This is an independent contractor engagement. It does not establish an employer-employee relationship with Aretum. Contractors are not eligible for employee benefits and are responsible for all associated tax obligations.