Technical Writer
Location: Jackson, MS (Onsite)
Job Type: Contract
Job Description:
The contractor will develop, revise, and maintain information security governance documentation. The work includes creating technically accurate, enforceable documentation aligned with cybersecurity frameworks and organizational objectives.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Develop and revise information security policies
- Develop technical standards supporting approved security policies.
- Develop operational procedures and implementation of guidance.
- Create security baselines and configuration documentation.
- Develop compliance documentation for technical accuracy, consistency, completeness, and enforceability.
- Recommend improvements to governance documentation structure and organization.
- Produce clear documentation suitable for technical staff, management, auditors, and external reviewers.
- Work with subject matter experts to accurately document existing processes and required controls.
- Maintain document version control and support periodic review.
Required Skills/Experience:
Technical writing experience involving cybersecurity or IT governance.
Demonstrated experience with several of the following:
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- NIST SP 800-53
- IRS Publication 1075
- CIS Critical Security Controls
- Security governance and risk management
- Identity and Access Management
- Incident Response
- Vulnerability Management
- Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
- Vendor Risk Management
- Security Awareness and Training
- Policy Lifecycle Management
Preferred Skills:
Experience writing documentation aligned with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, and IRS Publication 1075
CISSP, CISA, CGRC, Security+, or equivelant certifications
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