Must possess a Bachelor's degree in English, Instructional Systems, Instructional Systems Technology, Instructional and Performance Technology, and Education or be a certified Master Training Specialist.
Must possess a minimum of 7 years of technical writing experience. Including drafting written documents and briefing materials, studies and analysis documentation, conducting document review
The government desires but does not require the Technical Writer to have experience performing technical writing experience in the US Coast Guard, the Department of Defense, or the Department of Homeland Security.
Must be proficient in using the following software applications: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint & Adobe Suite software (e.g. InDesign).
Prior experience with all or most of the following is desired:

1. Proficiency in developing written documents and briefing materials expected
2. Experience supporting working groups, studies and analysis, document reviews as it pertains to curriculum development, and coordinates meetings as directed
3. Experience in the creation of document templates and style guides.
4. Experience with user guides for software applications, security plans, test plans, etc.
5. Experience in following style guides and Data Item Descriptions
6. Experience in recognizing grammatical and formatting errors in client document deliverables
7. Experience in working with developers and engineers in the support of technical documentation
8. Understanding of Data Communications Technology
9. Understanding of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

• May require SECRET clearance (per task order).