Computer Technologies Consultants (CTC) is seeking a Technical Writer to support the Department of State in Arlington, VA.  

With offices in Washington DC and San Diego, CA, CTC is a leading technology company providing lifecycle IT, data analytics, cloud managed hosting services, agile software development, DevOps, Test Automation, Cyber Security, and infrastructure solutions. Additionally, we provide Professional Talent Acquisition Services as we proudly support the unique needs of U.S. Defense, Intelligence, and Federal Civilian agencies as well as Fortune 1000 companies.

Got the Government Contractor Blues? Looking for a company that cares and goes beyond just filling another contract billet? Well look no further! Experience this family-oriented company who takes pride in you and will help you grow where your passions lie. Holding many Defense & Federal government contracts around the globe, with our client you have the opportunity to take on new and evolving challenges, aim beyond what you think you are capable of and work in collaborative, dynamic, and high-tempo environments.  Our clients’ employees are their most valued asset and they invest in their people because they are in it for the long term. They are committed to your success and well-being and offer competitive benefits packages, salaries, bonus/award programs, and a high potential for professional growth and job opportunities world-wide.

Why Should You Be Interested?

• Direct hire full-time position
• Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits
• Mid-size company with room for growth

Position Title: Technical Writer

Position Location: This position is currently remote and Arlington VA State Department campus. Candidates must reside in the DMV area to be considered.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Prepare instruction manuals, journal articles, and other supporting documents to communicate complex and technical information more easily.
• Develop, gather, and disseminate technical information among users and designers.
• Ensures documents follow the style laid out in the organization's style guide.
• Write, review, update and edit a variety of technical articles, reports, brochures, and/or manuals for documentation for a wide range of uses.
• Review content of technical documentation for quality.
• Produce technical and scientific illustrations for presentations and/or publication, as appropriate to the requirements.
• Coordinates the display of graphics and the production of the document.
• Instrumental in providing customer and documentation support.
• Participates in corporate or customer activity meetings that are determined to be mandatory. These may include weekly meetings, Internal Program Review (IPR) meetings, ad-hoc meetings, business development meetings, manager training sessions and other meetings designated “as required.”
• Be prepared to receive additional training for products and services that relate directly to the position.
• Able to create Visio diagrams.
• Able to understand and create application logic and business data diagrams.

Required Years of Experience (min):

• Three years related experience

Required Degree/Certifications:

• BS/BA degree OR Allowable Substitution: Additional five years of related professional experience can be substituted for a BS/BA degree.

Required Experience:

• Three years of experience creating quality web content, IT instruction manuals, journal articles, and other IT supporting documents to communicate complex and technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.
• A minimum of five years working in the IT software industry.

Required Clearance:

• Secret or Ability to Obtain Secret Clearance

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $65k - $80k

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Computer Technologies Consultants, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides employment opportunities for all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or sensory differing abilities, protected veteran status, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Computer Technologies Consultants, Inc. is devoted to diversity, equity, and inclusion.