Technical Writer I - Sector Risk Management (Remote)

Attainx,inc-; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Disability coverage

Job summary

AttainX, Inc. seeks a Technical Writer I to draft, edit, and format sector-specific memos, white papers, and briefing decks for CISA’s Sector Management leadership. You will collect SME input, ensure accuracy, and follow approved templates under supervision.

You will also proofread materials to meet DHS/CISA standards and support after-action summaries, while maintaining version-controlled documents and meeting strict timelines.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in technical writing, editing, or government documentation
• Bachelor's degree in English, communications, technical writing or related field
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading and formatting using templates
• Ability to extract and organize information from subject matter experts into clear drafts
• Proficiency with Word and familiarity with Acrobat; willingness to learn Drupal and version control
• Familiarity with critical infrastructure sectors or SRMA concepts preferred
• Microsoft Word Certification (Word Associate) preferred
• Must obtain DHS fitness determination (Public Trust)

Responsibilities

• Draft and format sector-specific memos, talking points, summaries, white papers, briefing decks, and post-engagement reports
• Compile SME input and sector data into draft documents for review
• Proofread for grammar, clarity, terminology, and DHS/CISA style; apply Section 508 accessibility guidance
• Prepare post-engagement summaries and maintain production logs
• Maintain version-controlled drafts and records; incorporate reviewer feedback
• Assist with rapid briefing notes during urgent events and contribute to after-action summaries
• Protect sensitive government information per access and distribution procedures

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Document formatting

Information organization

Word

Adobe Acrobat

Drupal (familiar)

Version control (familiar)

Section 508 accessibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/communications/technical communication/public policy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

AttainX, Inc. seeks a Technical Writer I to draft, edit, and format sector-specific memos, white papers, and briefing decks for CISA’s Sector Management leadership. You will collect SME input, ensure accuracy, and follow approved templates under supervision.

You will also proofread materials to meet DHS/CISA standards and support after-action summaries, while maintaining version-controlled documents and meeting strict timelines.