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Technical Writer
Company: ICF
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 10, 2024
<p><b>We are open to supporting 100 remote work anywhere within the US<b> <p> <p>Were looking for an enthusiastic and experienced writer who is genuinely passionate about writing persuasive IT content for government audiences We need someone with experience gathering information from multiple sources interviewing subject matter experts and conducting additional research to craft a concise and influential narrative Youll work with skilled graphic designers brilliant problem solvers and savvy strategists to help develop compelling impactful and responsive content to win new work and enhance our market position <p> <p><b>What youll be doing<b> <p> <p>This individual will produce highquality documentation training material and communication deliverables that contribute to the overall success of our projects This Technical Writer is responsible for the planning researching outlining and writing of enduser documentation including all user manuals technical manualsdocuments directives policies and infrastructure documentation <p> <ul><li>Create graphics that aid the target audience in understanding the documented material<li> <li>Track and correct documentation defects<li> <li>Editing and maintaining standard operating procedures SOPs for analyticrelated activities<li> <li>Independently manage all projectrelated documentation<li> <li>Assist with the authoring proofing and quality control of project documentation operational procedures technical reports research publications and presentations<li> <li>Youre a driven selfstarter with a positive outlook flexible nature and tenacious work style<li> <li>You take direction well and accept content review as informative while demonstrating an enthusiasm for producing highly strategic and thoughtful work<li> <ul><p><b>Qualifications<b> <p> <p>We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in proposal andor editorial writing experience Technical background is preferred corporate inhouse experience is a plus You are an excellent writer and can communicate ideas creatively and concisely Youre a superior multitasker and can manage work on tight timelines Youre a team player and enjoy working in a fastpaced environment You have a knack for creating big picture stories that inform and resonate with diverse audiences We will review writing samples to ensure your writing expertise matches our needs <p> <p><b>Required Skills<b> <p> <ul><li>3+ years writing competitive proposal content preferably within a professional services firm<li> <li>3+ years of editorial writing and copy creation experience<li> <ul><p><b>Preferred Skills<b> <p> <ul><li>Experience writing IT proposals is strongly desired<li> <li>Excellent communication collaboration and interpersonal skills<li> <li>You have a knack for creating big picture stories that inform and resonate with diverse audiences<li> <li>You understand the importance of subject matter expertise and how to leverage this knowledge to develop easily digestible content<li> <li>Youre a driven selfstarter with a positive outlook flexible nature and tenacious work style<li> <li>You take direction well and accept content review as informative while demonstrating an enthusiasm for producing highly strategic and thoughtful work<li> <ul><p><b>Working at ICF<b> <p> <p>ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants We combine unmatched expertise with cuttingedge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future <p> <p>We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive We are an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic such as race ethnicity national origin color sex gender identityexpression sexual orientation religion age disability status or militaryveteran status Together our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals For more information please read our EEO amp AA policy <p> <p>Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process To request an accommodation please email icfcareercentericfcom and we will be happy to assist All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations <p> <p>Read more about workplace discrimination rights the Pay Transparency Statement or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in Benefits Coverage Act <p> <p><b>Pay Range<b> There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position The pay range for this position is <p> <p>$6986200 $11876500 <p> <p>Nationwide Remote Office US99<p>
Business Analyst, Strategy & Performance - (24-GM-400000-910)
Company: DC Water
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 10, 2024
<p><strong>Job Description<strong> <p> <p>The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this job Incumbents may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbents may be required to perform workrelated tasks other than those specifically listed in this description This job description is not a contract between the employee and the Authority The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the CEOGeneral Manager <p> <p><strong>SUMMARY <strong> <p> <p>The Business Analyst Strategy amp Performance principal tasks will include but are not limited to performing specialized business administration tasks and activities such as business process documentation basic project and risk management activities datacollection and analysis and internalexternal communications To succeed in this role the Business Analyst should be intuitively analytical and comfortable explaining complex concepts to nontechnical users <p> <p><strong>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS <strong> <p> <ul><li>Documents and evaluates business processes drafts business requirements evaluates organizational performance measures identifies areas for process improvement and develops and implements solutions<li> <li>Leads or supports ongoing reviews of business performance and processes and develops optimization strategies<li> <li>Collects organizes and interprets statistical information to make it useful for a range of business units and Departments<li> <li>Performs initial analysis to assess the quality of the data to include performing further analysis to determine the meaning of the data performing final analysis to provide additional data screening and preparing reports based on analysis and presenting to management<li> <li>Maintains an uptodate awareness on the latest process and IT advancements to automate and modernize systems<li> <li>Organizes conducts and facilitates meetings and presentations to share ideas and findings<li> <li>Supports business systems requirements analysis<li> <li>Effectively communicates insights and plans to crossfunctional team members and management<li> <li>Gathers critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and produces useful reports and dashboards<li> <li>Ensures solutions meet business needs and requirements<li> <li>Prioritizes initiatives based on business needs and requirements<li> <li>Serves as a liaison between crossfunctional leaders and organizational endusers<li> <li>Performs other related duties and projects at the direction of the immediate supervisor<li> <ul><p><strong>Supervisory Responsibilities <strong>NA <p> <p><strong>Key Working Relationships <strong>This position will interact managers throughout DC Water <p> <p><strong>EDUCATION EXPERIENCE amp OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED<strong> <p> <p>The minimum qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential function satisfactorily Reasonable amounts of training are provided <p> <ul><li>Bachelors degree in a Businessrelated field such as statistics mathematics or a related subject involving math eg economics data science and a minimum of three 3 years of experience in using advanced computerized models to extract the data needed or an equivalent combination of education and experience<li> <li>Strong team player<li> <li>Advanced documentation skills for creating SOPs Business Process Documents Process Maps etc<li> <li>Proven ability to create business use cases test cases and flow diagrams evidenced by accuracy and attention to detail<li> <li>Excellent communication skills coupled with the ability to analyze model and interpret data<li> <li>Preferred Advanced proficiency in using MS Office Suite interactive data visualization software eg Power BI Tableau SAP Analytics etc MS Teams and SharePoint<li> <ul><p><strong>PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE WORK ENVIRONMENT <strong> <p> <p>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions <p> <ul><li>General office conditions<li> <ul><p>We are proud to be an <strong>EEOAA<strong> employer MFDV <p> <p>We maintain a drugfree workplace and perform preemployment substance abuse testing <p> <p>The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions andor to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please email complianceadadcwatercom<p>
Project Manager
Company: Aptive Resources
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 09, 2024
Aptive is seeking a Project Manager with extensive experience in strategic communications and marketing to support a federal client with IT-related communications strategies and services. The ideal candidate will have 10 years of management and communications experience, with expertise in various communication functions. This senior-level, full-time position is in Washington, DC, with potential for remote work. Aptive offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Lead Automation Test Engineer - Remote
Company: ICF
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 10, 2024
<p><b>We are open to supporting 100 remote work anywhere within the US<b> <p> <p>As an Automation Test Engineer at ICFNext you will apply your analytical and critical thinking skills to help solve client challenges You will work in a fastpaced and diverse environment enjoy flexible work arrangements and will have a management team that encourages your career development and growth This role requires strong automated testing skills in a SitecoreC development environment the ability to properly prioritize own and drive the work and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams in an Agile environment <p> <p><b>The Work<b> <p> <p>ICF is supporting California State Government customer applications which are built with Sitecore and React components The delivery team consists of delivery support front and backend developers UXUI designers content strategists SMEs business analysts testers and infrastructure and security professionals The team works in 2week iterations 10week program increments to develop new features functionality and modernization supporting both Information Technology and Marketing roadmaps <p> <p><b>Responsibilities<b> <p> <ul><li>Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to understand project requirements and design comprehensive test plans<li> <li>Develop detailed test cases based ensuring comprehensive coverage of functional requirements and write automated test scripts<li> <li>Execute test cases to identify defects and ensure compliance with functional and accessibility requirements Track defects with clear steps to reproduce<li> <li>Perform various types of testing including automated functional and regression testing on web applications<li> <li>Clearly identify document and prioritize defects providing detailed information to developers and the team for resolution Work with developers to perform rootcause analysis and to ensure the timely resolution of defects<li> <li>Generate and maintain test documentation including test plans test cases and test summary reports<li> <li>Provide regular updates to project stakeholders on testing progress results and potential risks<li> <li>Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning daily standups and retrospective meetings <li> <li>Participate in sprint planning and work with the project team to identify risksimpacts in the system to be tested<li> <li>Suggest areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions<li> <li>Advise on and advocate for rigorous QA processes and documentation on projects and within the organization Supervise junior QA staff and mentor business analysts frontend and backend developers project managers and customer stakeholders<li> <ul><p><b>Required Skills and Qualifications<b> <p> <ul><li>5+ years of experience in various types of automated testing including frontend regression and performance testing on webbased applications<li> <li>3+ years of experience testing connections and functionality to 3rd party services<li> <li>5+ years of experience writing test plans test cases and test summary reports<li> <li>MUST RESIDE IN THE United States US and the work MUST BE PERFORMED in the United States US per contract requirements<li> <li>As a contractor to federal or state governments all hires may be required to complete additional background screenings at the time of hire or any time thereafter as requested<li> <ul><p><b>Preferred Skills<b> <p> <ul><li>Bachelors degree<li> <li>5+ years of experience testing website accessibility against Section 508 ADA Title II and WCAG 20 AA standards<li> <li>Experience working with Sitecore and C websites<li> <li>Experience working with Selenium Cypress Postman JMeter<li> <li>Basic understanding of SQL for database testing<li> <li>Knowledge of version control systems ie Git<li> <li>Certification in software testing is a plus<li> <li>Strong analytical problem solving and time management skills<li> <li>Ability to work in a fast paced multi workstream project team<li> <li>Very strong oral and written communication skills<li> <li>Excellent attention to detail<li> <ul><p><b>Working at ICF<b> <p> <p>ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants We combine unmatched expertise with cuttingedge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future <p> <p>We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive We are an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic such as race ethnicity national origin color sex gender identityexpression sexual orientation religion age disability status or militaryveteran status Together our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals For more information please read our EEO amp AA policy <p> <p>Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process To request an accommodation please email icfcareercentericfcom and we will be happy to assist All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations <p> <p>Read more about workplace discrimination rights the Pay Transparency Statement or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in Benefits Coverage Act <p> <p><b>Pay Range<b> There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position The pay range for this position is <p> <p>$9298600 $15807600 <p> <p>Nationwide Remote Office US99<p>
Investigative Analyst
Company: Armada Ltd
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 10, 2024
The Investigative Analyst position is a full-time, on-site role in Washington D.C., requiring an active DOD Top Secret clearance. The role involves conducting background investigations, status checks, and telephone/written inquiries in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974. The analyst will also assist in training staff, develop policies, and maintain files. The position requires knowledge of GSA personal information verification card processing, USAccess, and proficiency with MS Office Suite applications. The ideal candidate should have 2 years of experience in conducting background investigations or suitability and fitness case processing.
UI Engineer
Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 10, 2024
Booz Allen is seeking a UI Engineer with 2+ years of front-end development experience, proficiency in React, and knowledge of UX and design processes. The role involves collaborating with a development team to build web-based analytic tools with user-centric design, ensuring accessibility across platforms and devices. The company offers growth opportunities, a supportive culture, and comprehensive benefits. The projected salary range is $73,100.00 to $166,000.00 (annualized USD).
IP Accountant
Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 10, 2024
Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a General Accounting team member with 3+ years of finance or general accounting experience. The role involves supporting third-party audit requests, maintaining a general ledger, and preparing journal entries and account reconciliations. Knowledge of GAAP and Cost Accounting Standards is required. Additional qualifications include experience with government cost accounting principles, Deltek Costpoint, CoStar Real Estate Manager, and Microsoft Excel. The company offers professional development opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and a flexible work model. The projected salary range is $49,800.00 to $102,000.00 (annualized USD).
Project Management Specialist- IT Goverance
Company: ICF
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 09, 2024
ICF is seeking an IT Governance/Project Management Specialist for a large IT Governance Support Contract in Arlington, VA. The role involves providing leadership, assessing management techniques, developing project management documents, ensuring transparent communication, formulating strategies, facilitating workshops, developing IT Governance Frameworks, and maintaining project status reports. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or business management, 10 years of management experience, and demonstrated understanding of IT Governance concepts. Excellent communication skills, strategic thinking, and proficiency in Microsoft applications are required. U.S. Citizenship and Security clearance are mandatory.
Program Manager
Company: Armada Ltd
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 10, 2024
The Program Manager position is a full-time, on-site role in Washington D.C., requiring an active DOD Top Secret security clearance. The role involves overseeing staff, managing workflow, and ensuring quality and timeliness in background investigations. The Program Manager will also assist in policy development, adjudication, training, and audit preparation. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in personnel security and suitability adjudication, with a minimum of three years as a program manager. Familiarity with GSA personal information verification card processing, Trusted Workforce 1.5 and 2.0, and DCSA and NBIS is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
CNC Programmer
Company: LMI Aerospace
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 10, 2024
Sonaca North America, a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions since 1948, is committed to innovation, excellence, and sustainability in air and space travel. They offer competitive benefits, including a 401(k) plan, health insurance, and tuition assistance. The company values teamwork and provides equal employment opportunities. They warn against fraudulent job offers and emphasize their commitment to fair recruitment practices.
Senior Data Engineer (Scala) - Remote
Company: ICF
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 09, 2024
ICF is a mission-driven company that values diversity and inclusion. They are seeking a seasoned Data Engineer to work on projects supporting the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The role involves developing a next-generation analytics and reporting system using Spark, EMR, and other AWS technologies. Key responsibilities include writing complex unit and integration tests, working with DevOps engineers, and performing code reviews. The company offers a competitive pay range and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations and fostering an inclusive workplace.
Communications Analyst
Company: ICF
Location: Washington DC
Posted Mar 09, 2024
ICF is hiring an InfoSec Communications Analyst for the NIH OCIO. The role involves managing a shared InfoSec mailbox, assisting with security-related queries, and maintaining a repository of FAQs. Key responsibilities include monitoring the mailbox, creating ServiceNow tickets, and tracking response times. The ideal candidate should have 2 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and experience with ServiceNow. ICF values diversity and offers competitive pay, with a range of $58,161.00 - $98,873.00.