Auditing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Document Management, Document Tracking, Documentation, Enterprise Protection, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), IT Governance, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Support Documentation, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Writing Skills
IT Technical Writer (ISO Readiness)
Location: United States (Remote / Hybrid – Columbus, OH)
6 months Engagement Type: Contract Domain: Cybersecurity, GRC, ISO Compliance
Role Overview
Seeking a US-based IT Technical Writer to support ISO readiness and compliance initiatives, with a strong focus on documentation required for ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, and SOC 2. The role is documentation-intensive and works closely with cybersecurity, GRC, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure audit-ready artifacts.
Key Responsibilities
- ISO & Compliance Documentation
- Develop, review, and maintain documentation required for ISO certification readiness, including:
- ISMS policies, standards, and procedures
- Control narratives and supporting documentation
- Risk assessment and risk treatment documentation
- Statements of Applicability (SoA)
- Ensure documentation aligns with ISO control requirements and audit expectations.
- Audit Readiness Support
- Support internal ISO readiness activities by:
- Structuring and organizing audit evidence
- Maintaining version-controlled document repositories
- Updating documentation based on gap assessment outcomes
- Assist control owners in documenting processes and controls in an audit-friendly manner.
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work with US-based cybersecurity, GRC, IT, cloud, and application teams to:
- Translate technical and operational controls into clear documentation
- Capture existing processes and map them to ISO requirements
- Coordinate with compliance leads and project managers to track documentation deliverables and readiness status.
- Documentation Governance
- Apply documentation standards, templates, and formatting guidelines.
- Manage document lifecycle including drafting, review, approval, and updates.
- Ensure consistency, traceability, and audit defensibility across all ISO documentation.
Required Qualifications
- 5–8+ years of experience as an IT Technical Writer, Compliance Writer, or Documentation Specialist.
- Hands-on experience supporting ISO 27001 readiness or audit preparation.
- Strong understanding of:
- Information security concepts
- IT controls and governance frameworks
- ISO documentation structure and audit expectations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working with cross-functional US-based teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SOC 2 documentation and audit support.
- Familiarity with GRC or document management tools.
- Exposure to cybersecurity, cloud security, or enterprise IT environments.
- ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor or similar certification (nice to have).
Deliverables
- Audit-ready ISO policies, procedures, and standards
- Control documentation and supporting artifacts
- Well-organized, version-controlled evidence repositories