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Technical Writer

  • Washington, DC, United States

$85,000 to $95,000 USD / year

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Pay
$85,000 to $95,000 USD / year
Closing date
Experience
3–5 years of technical writing experience supporting federal programs
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.

Our Mission:

At Dobbs Defense, we deliver mission-centric IT, Cyber, and data analytics solutions for our government and commercial clients through the convergence of automation, innovation, training, and education. Delivering high-quality IT, cybersecurity, and data analytics solutions through proven and innovative methods is our vision.

Job Description:

Dobbs Defense Solutions is seeking a Mid-Level Technical Writer to to develop and maintain documentation supporting CIO initiatives, IT governance, and organizational gap analysis. This role works with subject matter experts to translate complex information into clear reports, procedures, executive briefings, and decision materials.

Duties:

  • Develop and maintain technical manuals, standard operating procedures, user guides, and training materials
  • Document current-state and target-state workflows, operational procedures, and gap analysis findings with subject matter experts
  • Prepare and review documentation supporting remediation roadmaps, corrective actions, risk tracking, and compliance activities
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear, accurate content for technical and nontechnical audiences
  • Edit and organize documents using established templates, accessibility requirements, formatting standards, and version control procedures
  • Support knowledge transfer and training by maintaining reference materials and incorporating stakeholder feedback

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Information Technology, or related field
  • 3–5 years of technical writing experience supporting federal programs
  • Experience developing IT and cybersecurity documentation
  • Familiarity with LMS platforms and software development documentation
  • Strong editing, formatting, and document management skills
  • Experience supporting DHS or DoD environments preferred

Working Environment:

Onsite

Required Clearance:

None

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

Dobbs Defense Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), gender expression and transgender status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital or domestic partner status, genetic information, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

HUBZone Requirement:

Dobbs Defense Solutions is a certified HUBZone small business and must maintain compliance with applicable SBA HUBZone requirements. As part of the hiring and compliance process, applicable candidates may be required to provide proof of residency and other documentation to verify HUBZone eligibility. Employees are expected to provide requested documentation and maintain applicable residency requirements throughout employment.

Salary Range:

Pay range information will be disclosed consistent with applicable state and local pay transparency laws once available. For this position, the anticipated salary range is $85,000-$95,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

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Skills

  • Documentation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Technical writing
  • Computer technology
  • Cybersecurity
  • LMS
  • Software development
  • Editing
  • Document management

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