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Maximus · 18 hours ago

Senior Technical Editor and Content Strategist

positionArlington, VA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$80K/yr - $110K/yr
date5+ years exp

Maximus is seeking a skilled Technical Editor to lead the review and refinement of cybersecurity-focused content in support of a federal cyber agency’s strategic mission. The Technical Editor will collaborate closely with subject matter experts to optimize content, strengthen technical accuracy, and maintain consistency across deliverables.

Business Process Automation (BPA)ConsultingEducationGovernmentGovTechHealth CareInformation Technology
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

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

Qualification

Technical editingCybersecurity knowledgeContent optimizationEditorial best practicesMicrosoft OfficeAP StyleSharePointTeamsOutlookCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Public Trust clearance or higher (Secret, TS, etc.)
US Citizenship required
5+ years of experience in technical writing, editing, or content analysis
Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Master of AP Style
Experience supporting a government client and executing both independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office producing consistent and uniform work products
Experience working in a virtual environment and familiarity with SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook

Preferred

Secret or TS clearance preferred

Benefits

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
A retirement savings plan
Paid holidays
Paid time off

Company

Maximus

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Providing government technology services, digitally enabled customer experiences, and clinical health services that change lives.
dateFounded in 1975
location
Mclean, Virginia, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.maximus.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$7.93M
2010-12-09Post Ipo Equity· $7.93M

Leadership Team

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Elisabeth Schmidt
Senior Vice President
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Michael Mateer
Sr. Vice President, Enterprise Technology
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