Posted Aug 14, 2026

[Remote] Technical Writer - Homeland Security

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Team Carney, Inc. supports the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and is seeking a Technical Writer to enhance national border security operations. The role involves translating complex technical language into clear documentation and collaborating with Subject Matter Experts to create user-friendly guides. Responsibilities • Draft Technical Documentation: Research, write, and format detailed operational guides, user manuals, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) • Support Curriculum Development: Edit, proofread, and storyboard CBT training scripts, lesson guides, and study manuals • Enforce Style Standards: Maintain and distribute templates and style guides, ensuring complete compliance with CBP writing directives • Manage Repositories: Maintain highly structured documentation repositories, ensuring rigorous version control and accessibility Skills • Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in technical writing, editing, or a closely related role • Bachelor's degree in Professional Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field • High proficiency with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and modern Content Management Systems (CMS) • Ability to obtain and maintain a federal background suitability check Benefits • Competitive medical, dental, and vision options (BCBS CareFirst), plus HSA and FSA. • 401(k) with corporate match, and fully paid life and disability insurance. • Generous PTO, 11 paid federal holidays, and 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave. • Up to $5,000 annually in tuition assistance or student loan repayment. • $200/year "Get Out and Learn" and $200/year "Get Out and Run" micro-benefits. Company Overview • Carney incorporated in 1994 with a single mission -- to dramatically improve the job performance and critical mission accomplishment of employees, work teams, and entire organizations. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://teamcarney.com.