Technical Writer- REMOTE

Brief Description

Why Join Sierra7?

Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of “Serving those who Serve”. We recently received the DAV (Disabled American Veteran) award. Also, Sierra7 is ranked No. 457 out of 5,000 fastest growing private companies in America by Inc. Apply today and help us with our mission of “Serving those who Serve”.

Benefits

• 401K
• Legal Assistance
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Financial Wellness
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• HSA (Health Savings Account)
• Federal Holidays
• Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Education Reimbursement
• Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits
• Sierra7 University- LinkedIn Learning

About This Role

The Technical Writer will be part of the support team on a Government Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Program, and will have a working experience in technical writing of software documentation and be able to deliver high quality documentation and paying attention to detail. The position requires experience with computer-based systems, and can gather, analyze, and compose technical information required for preparation of user manuals, training materials, installation guides, proposals, reports.

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Program is a part of Zero Trust approach to enhance cybersecurity protections. The Program’s priority is to look at strengthening its overall cybersecurity standing with improved IT infrastructure using an upgraded DLP posture to enhance the Department’s mission. The DLP solution(s) will prevent potential data breaches / data exfiltration by monitoring, detecting, and blocking sensitive data – regardless of its location, by utilizing DLP software and or hardware in alignment with Zero Trust Model/Architecture, and governance guidelines.

Position Responsibilities

• Producing high-quality documentation that is appropriate for its intended audience
• Gathering, analyzing, and composing technical information required for preparation of user manuals, training materials, installation guides, proposals, reports, etc.
• Editing functional descriptions, system specifications, user manuals, special reports, or any other customer deliverables and documents.
• Conducting research and ensuring the use of proper technical terminology.
• Translating technical information into clear, readable documents to be used by technical and non-technical personnel.
• Working with internal teams on documentation requirements
• Writing easy-to-understand user interface text, online help and developer guides

Requirements

• Proven working experience in technical writing of software documentation
• Ability to deliver high quality documentation paying attention to detail
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and pictures
• Excellent written skills in English
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Basic familiarity with the SDLC and software development
• Other Tasks as needed

Qualifications

• The Technical Writer’s required qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Six (6) years of relevant experience
  • Public Trust Clearance or the ability to obtain one
• The Technical Writer preferred?qualifications:
  • Experience working with Government agencies (preferred)

Summary

This posting is for prospective candidates only. Unsolicited third-party resume submissions will be considered property of BPM and will not be acknowledged or returned.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Sierra7 will not provide sponsorship for employment-based immigration benefits for this position. To be considered for this position all candidates must be a US Citizen. This position is not a C2C opportunity.

Sierra7 is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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