Technical Writer

CACI International Inc

Technical Writer role focused on documenting complex digital infrastructure systems for intelligence clients. Collaborating with teams to create user-friendly documentation and maintain knowledge repositories.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeChantilly • Colorado, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $51,800 - $106,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ITSM

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform as part of a collaborative writing team to document complex digital infrastructure systems, concepts and actions by translating highly technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation
Document Development & Editing Drafts, reviews, and maintains technical documents, including Concepts of operations, software/systems engineering guides, system operations manuals, testing procedures, and user knowledge articles
Creates clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), implementation guides, customer updates, and end-user documentation
Translates technical drawings, pamphlets, and engineering consultations into formatted technical publications
Leverages AI tools and prompt engineering to accelerate initial drafts, generate multiple formatting options, and enhance document accuracy
Knowledge Management Maintains and updates the web-based Knowledge Management portal and document repository
Coordinates the lifecycle storage of system training plans, Alpha test reports, pre-deployment configuration cut sheets, and logical system diagrams.
Cross-Functional Support Collaborates with engineering, operations, and IT Service Management (ITSM) teams to capture functional requirements or document activities
Explains complex scientific and technical ideas in simple, concise language

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must hold a current Top Secret SCI clearance with ability to obtain poly prior to start
HS diploma/GED and 8+ years of experience, AA and 6+ years of experience, BS/BA and 4+ years of experience, MS/MA and 2+ years of experience, or PhD
Exceptional writing, proofreading, and grammar skills
Proven ability to distill complex, technical information into clear, concise, and accurate text under deadline pressure
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a larger, multi-writer team
Experience utilizing standard office suites and document publishing tools to develop base templates and manipulate output styles
Willingness to learn new skills and new adapt to new environments
DOD 8140 Certification applicable to role (example Security+)
Familiarity with Intelligence Community (IC) environments, IC ITE services, and key frameworks such as the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Prior experience working alongside IT service delivery teams
ITIL 4 Foundation Certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare
wellness
financial
retirement
family support
continuing education
time off benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

Technical DocumentationEditingStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Document Publishing ToolsPrompt EngineeringFormatting Technical PublicationsProofreadingGrammar SkillsDistilling Complex InformationCreating Implementation Guides

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdaptabilityIndependent WorkAttention to DetailAbility to Work Under Deadline Pressure

Certifications

DOD 8140 CertificationITIL 4 Foundation Certification