CTEC is a leading technology firm that provides modernization, digital transformation, and application development services to the U.S. Federal Government. Headquartered in McLean, VA, CTEC has over 300 team members working on mission-critical systems and projects for agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, Internal Revenue Service, and the Office of Personnel Management. The work we do effects millions of U.S. citizens daily as they interact with the systems we build. Our best-in-class commercial solutions, modified for our customers’ bespoke mission requirements, are enabling this future every day.
The Company has experienced rapid growth over the past 3 years and recently received a strategic investment from Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN). In addition to our recent growth in Federal Civilian agencies, we are seeking to expand our capabilities in cloud development and footprint in national-security focused agencies within the Department of Defense and U.S. Intelligence Community.
CTEC is seeking a Technical Writer to join our remote team, with candidates located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Job Description: Creates comprehensive technical documentation for Social Security Administration training systems, procedures, and user guides. Develops clear, accessible documentation that meets federal plain language requirements while supporting system users, administrators, and stakeholders in understanding complex technical processes and procedures.
- Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, or related field with 5+ years of federal documentation experience.
- Experience creating technical documentation that complies with federal plain language and accessibility standards.
- Knowledge of government documentation requirements, approval processes, and style guides.
- Proficiency in federal-approved documentation tools and content management systems.
- Understanding of Section 508 compliance for documentation and federal information dissemination requirements.
Clearance: Must be able to Obtain Public Trust Clearance.
Additional Information:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work the individual(s) assigned to this position perform. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and skills. CTEC management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodation(s) may be made applicable and available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
CTEC is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer! (EOE; M/F/D/V)
Please note: Candidate(s) must undergo a thorough pre-employment screening.
If you are looking for a fun and challenging environment with talented, motivated people to work with, CTEC is the right place for you. In addition to employee salary, we offer an array of employee benefits including:
Paid vacation & Sick leave
Health insurance coverage
Career training
Performance bonus programs
401K contribution & Employer Match
- 11 Federal Holidays
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