Policy Specialist (Technical writer)

Policy Specialist

Required Skills

• 2-3 years of technical writing experience in policy analysis or a related role.
• Knowledge of AI tools and capabilities to perform technical writing.
• Good working knowledge of NIST CSF and CIS Controls and other relevant security frameworks.

• Ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and actionable language.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences.
• Strong research skills, with the ability to contribute meaningfully to lifecycle updates.
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

• Familiarity with security governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, law, economics, or a related field.

What You Will Do

• Research, draft, and analyze policies to ensure alignment with stakeholder needs, subject matter experts, industry standards, and organizational goals.
• Conduct gap analyses against industry frameworks and regulatory requirements, to recommend policy enhancements.
• Collaborate with security engineers, compliance officers, and business managers to ensure policies are both technically sound and operationally practical.

• Translate technical security concepts into clear, concise, and accessible documentation for diverse audiences.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to update CISO policies for annual lifecycle updates.

• Review and contribute to policies and standards for groups outside of CISO.