ICF

SeniorTechnicalEditorandContentStrategist

$74–126k Arlington, Virginia, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Senior Technical Editor and Content Strategist at ICF. Skills: Content strategy, Technical editing, Cybersecurity. Lead technical editing. Evaluate content”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure content supports messaging strategies; Align content with agency priorities; Deliver content in effective format

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Root cause analysis

Eligibility Requirements

SCI clearance, US Citizenship

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

SCI clearance required, US Citizenship required, 5+ years experience, Bachelor's degree

Nice to Have

Master of AP Style, Experience supporting government client, Experience working in virtual environment

What You'll Do.

Lead technical editing

Identify opportunities

Refine technical accuracy

Ensure technical documentation aligns

Support coordination and release

Participate in editorial meetings

Develop editorial best practices

Standardize review processes

Work with technical SMEs

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with SMEs; Collaboration with peers

Communication Scope

Technical accuracy; Clarity; Consistency

Full Job Description

@ ICF, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists to challenge the status quo. **The Senior Technical Editor & Content Strategist** will develop, edit, and evaluate cybersecurity-focused content for a government organization. This role requires a seasoned editor with cybersecurity familiarity who can assess technical accuracy, strategic alignment, and overall effectiveness of cybersecurity publications. The ideal candidate will ensure that content supports broader messaging strategies, aligns with agency priorities, and is delivered in the most effective format for the intended audience. **Key Responsibilities:** * Lead technical editing, ensuring all content aligns with a cyber agency’s strategic objectives and supports broader cybersecurity initiatives. * Evaluate content beyond copyediting, assessing product type, messaging, and format for the target audience and strategic goals. * Identify opportunities for content optimization and work with SMEs to refine technical accuracy, enhance clarity, and ensure consistency. * Ensure technical documentation aligns with evolving cybersecurity threats, best practices, and frameworks. * Support the coordination and release of cybersecurity products, ensuring seamless integration with ongoing campaigns and initiatives. * Actively participate in editorial meetings providing updates and recommendations to products. * Develop and maintain editorial best practices according to guidelines, standardizing review processes and ensuring quality control. * Work with technical SMEs to refine cybersecurity content. * Work independently and demonstrate active listening and collaboration with peers in a fast-paced environment. **Required Qualifications:** * SCI clearance required. * US Citizenship required by federal contract.

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