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Mid LevelFull-timeRust
Salary Range
$59,500 - $80,500 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
About the Role
NexThreat is seeking an experienced Technical Writer / Policy Media Specialist to develop and maintain cybersecurity policy documents, training materials, and communications media. This role supports DOT cybersecurity governance, workforce training, and awareness initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- →Draft, edit, and maintain cybersecurity and information assurance policies, standards, procedures, and guidance
- →Support development of Compendiums, IT Implementation Memoranda (ITIMs), Cyber Technical Bulletins (CTBs), and job aids
- →Develop training materials, desk guides, and supporting documentation for cybersecurity awareness and role-based training
- →Support policy lifecycle activities, including draft reviews, comment adjudication, and leadership approval preparation
- →Maintain policy inventories and document libraries using SharePoint and MS Teams
- →Ensure all written materials meet DOT quality standards (clarity, accuracy, grammar, consistency)
- →Develop communications and media supporting cybersecurity awareness campaigns and events
- →Create visual aids, diagrams, and presentation materials to support executive and workforce communications
- →Coordinate with Lead Cybersecurity Specialist to ensure alignment with current policy and technical direction
Requirements
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, English, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- ✓Minimum 5–7 years of experience writing cybersecurity, IT, or compliance documentation
- ✓Demonstrated experience supporting federal policy or governance programs
- ✓Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53, NIST CSF, Zero Trust, ICAM, and federal cybersecurity terminology
- ✓Experience using SharePoint, MS Teams, and Microsoft Office for document management and collaboration
- ✓Strong editing, proofreading, and document quality assurance skills
- ✓Ability to translate complex technical material into clear, actionable guidance
