Sr. Technical Writer

Sr. Technical Writer


Category: Administration

Main location: United States, District of Columbia, Washington

Position ID:J0426-1379


Employment Type: Full Time


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Position Description:


CGI Federal is a leader in providing IT and cybersecurity solutions, dedicated to supporting mission-critical defense and intelligence initiatives. We are committed to enhancing national security through innovative technology and expert collaboration.
As a Technical Writer at CGI Federal, you will be responsible for writing and editing a variety of technical documents to meet contract requirements. Your role will involve developing business proposals, reports, user manuals, briefings, presentations, functional descriptions, system specifications, guidelines, and other project deliverables. You will work closely with technical specialists and project management to ensure that all documents meet applicable contract requirements and regulations.

Your future duties and responsibilities:


Write and edit technical documents, including business proposals, reports, user manuals, briefings, presentations, functional descriptions, system specifications, guidelines, and special reports.
Develop outlines and drafts for review and approval by technical specialists and project management.
Ensure that final documents meet applicable contract requirements and regulations.
Research and gather technical and background information for inclusion in project documentation and deliverables.
Consult relevant information sources, including library resources, technical and financial documents, and client and project personnel, to obtain background information and verify guidelines and regulations.
Provide specialized expertise in the design and layout of graphical user interfaces, particularly screen layouts and functionality for client-server applications (e.g., Microsoft Windows presentation screens).
Conduct studies, testing, and evaluation of screen prototypes for functionality, ease of use, efficiency, and accuracy.
Generate, manipulate, and integrate graphic images, animations, sound, text, and video generated with automated tools into consolidated and seamless multimedia programs.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:


Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in cyber operations, cybersecurity, or a related field.
Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) with a CI polygraph.
Proven experience in writing and editing technical documents.
Strong ability to develop outlines and drafts for technical documentation.
Excellent research skills to gather technical and background information.
Expertise in the design and layout of graphical user interfaces.
Experience in conducting studies and evaluations of screen prototypes.
Proficiency in generating and integrating multimedia content.

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What you can expect from us:

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because...


You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.


Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

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