Ardent · 1 day ago

Emerging Technology Policy Writer

Vienna, VA

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

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Information Technology & Services

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

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Responsibilities

Research and maintain knowledge of cutting-edge emerging technology trends (including but not limited to artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum computing, internet of things, and cloud computing) and identify high-impact technology opportunities for improving Federal government practices

Analyze emerging technology implications and develop potential policy recommendations for government-wide adoption

Assess policy impact, and identify policy gaps or inconsistencies in the context of existing policies, laws, executive orders, agency guidance, and regulations

Gather, analyze, and compose technical information using plain language for use by technical and non-technical users

Develop white papers, memos, briefings, talking points, and slide decks for senior-level stakeholders across the government

Identify key government agencies, offices, councils, and committees to implement policy and maintain relationships for future collaboration

Engage with subject matter experts for feedback on research topics

Manage client activities on a day-to-day basis

Qualification

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Policy WritingTechnical WritingEmerging TechnologiesGoogle SuitePolicy AnalysisCollaboration ToolsGovernment OperationsGovernment ClearancesDocumentation

Required

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in technical writing, research, and documentation (Minimum of 9+ years without a degree), degrees in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Minimum of 5+ years experience in relevant field

Policy writing background: policy writing, analyst, research, emerging technology

Proficient in Google Suite of products and collaboration tools

An understanding of how government operates and which agencies and/or groups have the authority to issue policy

An understanding of government agencies, policies, and laws Information Technology

Excellent technical writing skills including research and policy documentation

Familiarity with a wide range of different emerging technologies

Hard-working, self-motivated individual who is comfortable handling ambiguity and able to successfully complete tasks within deadlines with limited supervision

Ability to analyze and synthesize information to draw accurate, logical, and actionable conclusions

Ability to obtain Government Clearances

Willingness to submit a writing sample showcasing technology or policy regarding technology is required to be considered for this role.

Due to the nature of the work we support, all candidates in consideration for this role must be willing to undergo the government-issued background investigation process.