Technical Writer

Overview

JOB TITLE:

Technical Writer - Multiple Levels Available

CAYUSE COMPANY:

Cayuse Civil Services, LLC

LOCATION

Austin, TX - Hybrid

SALARY:

$80,000.00 - $

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The Work

The Technical Writer provides support to the overall mission by fusing intelligence and information to provide decision support briefing to CISA leadership. This position synthesizes critical infrastructure information daily to provide strategic-level situational awareness briefings.

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

Key Responsibilities

• Compose, review, and edit technical documents, materials, and reports, including training or user manuals, how-to guides, policy and procedure documentation, and other technical documentation.
• Research, develop, and disseminate information on techniques for organizing and presenting information for clarity and accessibility.
• Arrange for the duplication and distribution of documents, publications, and reports.
• Consult with staff on the development of materials by gathering accurate information and translating technical content, including descriptions of concepts, processes, and systems, into clear, user-friendly language.
• Prepare responses to correspondence, reports, surveys, questionnaires, and other requests for information.
• Review, analyze, and summarize documents.
• Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
• Ensure that documentation is compliant with relevant laws and regulations.
• Review existing technical writing and make suggestions for improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order.

Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• Level 1: 1-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.

• Level 2: 4-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Level 3: 8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks; may lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

• All Levels

• Knowledge of the techniques and methods of planning, organizing, and writing various types of materials; research methodology; and departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Skill in writing technical and business documents, and in the use of a computer and applicable software.
• Ability to conduct research; to compose, review, illustrate, and edit technical documents, materials, and reports; and to communicate effectively.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills to address complex technical challenges.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum

Skills:

• Ability to read, comprehend, and…