
Tech Writer
National Harbor, MDFull-time$60–122K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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Job overview
CACI seeks a Knowledge Analyst/Technical Writer to support Department of Homeland Security technical operations. The role develops and maintains documentation for IT deployments and operational activities, organizes knowledge resources, and translates technical information for varied audiences and media. The writer gathers information from subject matter experts, reviews content for accuracy and compliance, and supports knowledge management initiatives. Active DHS Entry On Duty status is preferred; candidates must be able to obtain it.
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Job Title: Tech Writer
Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: None
Type of Travel: None
The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a Knowledge Analyst/Technical Writer to join our technical operations team on a contract supporting Department of Homeland Security. The Knowledge Analyst/Technical Writer is responsible for providing Knowledge Management and technical writing support to share information and produce high quality documentation that contributes to the overall success of the organization. The Knowledge Analyst/Technical Writer you will review, update, and organize existing documentation; and capture content or support the creation of new content to create documentation related to IT deployments and operational activities. The Knowledge Analyst/Technical Writer will format information for consumption through various media channels to include documented materials, email, websites, and other electronic access points as well ensuring entry into the Knowledge Repository. You will ensure content is reviewed on an ongoing basis, including using available tools, resources, and contacts, to ensure documentation is up to date, understandable, and meets established guidelines. You will also gather information, interview Subject Matter Experts, and conduct research to convey technical content in a concise and effective manner.
Responsibilities:
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Establish relationships with functional department Subject Matter Experts to promote awareness of Knowledge Management initiatives
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Assist Engineering, End User Support (EUS) and Service Desk functional areas with knowledge sharing, including troubleshooting documentation, and SOPs
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Work with stakeholders to translate technical content into documentation
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Collect, organize, and maintain content for Knowledge Repositories
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Disseminate knowledge resources
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Develop and maintain program specific documentation templates
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Participate in the establishment of guidelines and standards for text and graphics
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Organize, write, edit, and produce documentation for backend consumption. Documentation includes Process Workflows, Knowledge Articles (How-Tos, Troubleshooting), Standard Operating Procedures, Job Aids. User Guides, and User Manuals
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Perform periodic reviews to evaluate existing documentation and develop innovative approaches for improvements
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Obtain understanding of products/services to translate complex information into simple, polished, and engaging content for user consumption
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Coordinate and implement quality-control activities required to ensure the accuracy and adequacy of documentation, including peer and final reviews, editing for compliance with all applicable specifications and standards, validation, and change verification
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Ensure documentation complies with all applicable specifications, standards, and other project constraints
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Define, document, and monitor baseline Knowledge Management performance metrics and key performance indicators
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Support creation and editing of graphic content for program documentation
Qualifications:
Required:
CACI is seeking a Knowledge Analyst/Technical Writer to join our technical operations team on a contract supporting Department of Homeland Security. The Knowledge Analyst/Technical Writer is responsible for providing Knowledge Management and technical writing support to share information and produce high quality documentation that contributes to the overall success of the organization. The Knowledge Analyst/Technical Writer you will review, update, and organize existing documentation; and capture content or support the creation of new content to create documentation related to IT deployments and operational activities. The Knowledge Analyst/Technical Writer will format information for consumption through various media channels to include documented materials, email, websites, and other electronic access points as well ensuring entry into the Knowledge Repository. You will ensure content is reviewed on an ongoing basis, including using available tools, resources, and contacts, to ensure documentation is up to date, understandable, and meets established guidelines. You will also gather information, interview Subject Matter Experts, and conduct research to convey technical content in a concise and effective manner.
What You’ll Get to Do:
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Establish relationships with functional department Subject Matter Experts to promote awareness of Knowledge Management initiatives
-
Assist Engineering, End User Support (EUS) and Service Desk functional areas with knowledge sharing, including troubleshooting documentation, and SOPs
-
Work with stakeholders to translate technical content into documentation
-
Collect, organize, and maintain content for Knowledge Repositories
-
Disseminate knowledge resources
-
Develop and maintain program specific documentation templates
-
Participate in the establishment of guidelines and standards for text and graphics
-
Organize, write, edit, and produce documentation for backend consumption. Documentation includes Process Workflows, Knowledge Articles (How-Tos, Troubleshooting), Standard Operating Procedures, Job Aids. User Guides, and User Manuals
-
Perform periodic reviews to evaluate existing documentation and develop innovative approaches for improvements
-
Obtain understanding of products/services to translate complex information into simple, polished, and engaging content for user consumption
-
Coordinate and implement quality-control activities required to ensure the accuracy and adequacy of documentation, including peer and final reviews, editing for compliance with all applicable specifications and standards, validation, and change verification
-
Ensure documentation complies with all applicable specifications, standards, and other project constraints
-
Define, document, and monitor baseline Knowledge Management performance metrics and key performance indicators
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Support creation and editing of graphic content for program documentation
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
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Ability to obtain DoD Security Clearance
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Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry On Duty (EOD) - Active EOD preferred
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B.A./B.S. or equivalent + 3 years of relevant experience
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Previous experience working with IT operations and engineering support teams
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Strong understanding of Knowledge Management and experience implementing Knowledge Management methodologies such as Knowledge Centered Service (KCS)
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Experience developing and supporting Knowledge Management initiatives
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Proficient in the following technologies:
o SharePoint
o Adobe Acrobat Pro
o Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Visio
o Service Management Tool (i.e.. ServiceNow)
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Ability to interface with various disciplines, as well as work independently
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Excellent communication (oral and written) skills and able to interface effectively with Subject Matter Experts and managers at all levels
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Ability to prioritize tasks/projects to meet deadlines and capable of handling multiple requests simultaneously
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range :
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$59,600 - $122,100
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
How this job compares
Set against the 785 open Technical Writer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$60–122K/yr
- Maryland median$83–138K/yr46 salary ranges
- US median$80–132K/yr447 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $91K, is 19% below the Maryland median midpoint ($112K) — in the lowest quarter of Technical Writer salary ranges in Maryland.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 64 open Technical Writer jobs in Maryland and 785 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Maryland
- Leidos6 open
- CACI International (this employer)5 open
- Amentum3 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Technical Writer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (523 postings).
- Education
- 189 of the 785 open Technical Writer jobs (24%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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