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# Technical Writer (Public Health - HIV/STD Preferred) (Job 1486) at DLH 

- **Company:** DLH 
- **Location:** Atlanta, GA
- **Posted:** 2026-10-07
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-18
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/dlhcorporation/jobs/5260000007

## Job description

## About Us

DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools – including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. DLH is dedicated to the idea that “Your Mission is Our Passion” and brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions.

## Overview

DLH Corp. is looking for a Public Health Technical Writer to join our talented and innovative team supporting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, GA. This is a hybrid work environment based out of Atlanta. Teleworking most days with visits to the CDC campus for in-person meetings and office visits on an ad hoc basis.

CDC’s National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP), the Division of HIV Prevention (DHP), is charged with preventing HIV infection and reducing the incidence of HIV-related illness and death. The overarching objectives of the contract held by DLH are to assist DHP in addressing its public health mission by providing data management, data governance, data analysis, and data dissemination support to strengthen the nationwide capacity to monitor the HIV epidemic. As such, DLH is seeking an Atlanta-based Technical Writer with the following skills:

## Responsibilities

- Writing technical, scientific, and consumer-focused HIV content for dissemination through a variety of channels including web pages and other digital channels.
- Writing and editing Dear Colleague Letters, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical documents, reports, and internal communication.
- Copy editing and content editing scientific and consumer-focused HIV products.
- Communicating via email, over the phone, and in person with Division staff, determining needs, and translating needs into well-produced products.
- Following writing/editing projects through all phases of development, including concept, research, development, clearance reviews, and production.

## Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
- Minimum of three years of experience with technical writing and/or scientific writing.
- Strong expertise in developing web/intranet content, public-facing fact sheets, and technical training materials utilizing federal Plain Language guidelines.
- Proven ability to navigate the rigorous scientific clearance processes and ensure all reports, dissemination of products, and digital content are strictly Section 508-compliant.
- Must have knowledge of principles and experience with clear communication, plain language, and writing for consumers.
- Must be able to meet deadlines.
- Must be self-starting and highly motivated.
- Must be able to work well alone and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Must have a meticulous approach to work and an eye for detail.
- Must be fluent in all academic style guides.
- Must provide corrections and suggestions in reference to grammar, spelling, document flow, punctuation, and usage.
- Must have excellent written English, including good spelling and grammar.
- Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance

## Preferred Qualifications

- Master’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
- DHS/GSA Section 508 Certification (or equivalent accessibility training).
- Specialized training in scientific/medical writing (e.g., AMWA certification).
- Experience and knowledge of the subject of HIV and/or public health.
- Knowledge and understanding of Section 508 of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and how it applies to communication.
- Fluency in written Spanish.

## Benefits

DLH Corp offers our employees an excellent benefits package, including Personal Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, supplemental life with AD&D, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and more. We want our employees to save for their future; therefore, we offer a 401(k) Retirement Plan, which includes a matching component. DLH is dedicated to your career development, providing training to help drive success, with access to our best-in-class e-learning suite for formal and informal learning, professional and technical certification preparation, and education assistance at accredited institutions.

## #LI-KT1

EEO

DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.  DLH will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled Veterans who need assistance to apply.

DLH is committed to maintaining a fair and authentic interview process

## About DLH 

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: DLH is a federal government contractor that improves health and national security readiness through digital transformation, science research, systems engineering, and cybersecurity services.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ: DLHC)
- **Headquarters**: Bethesda, Maryland, United States (National Capital Region Headquarters) and Atlanta, Georgia (Operational Headquarters)
- **Founded**: Year not publicly displayed on the website
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Federal Government Contracting (Health & National Security)
- **Target Customers**: U.S. federal civilian and military agencies (e.g., Department of Defense, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Veterans Affairs)
- **Mission Statement**: "Your Mission is Our Passion" — Delivering improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through digital transformation, science, research and development, and systems engineering.

## Products & Services
- **Systems Engineering and Integration**: Delivering next-generation systems engineering solutions for federal civilian and national security communities.
- **Digital Transformation and Cyber Security**: Driving state-of-the-art innovations, including AI, advanced analytics, cloud-based applications, and telehealth systems.
- **Science, Research, and Development**: Advancing scientific knowledge through an extensive research portfolio and domain expertise.
- **Health Operations & Public Health**: Solving complex problems for civilian and military customers in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available on the website (public company; check latest filings for current market cap)
- **Key Metric**: Over 3,000 employees dedicated to federal mission support
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Holds partnerships with the Department of Defense (SkillBridge program), and serves multiple federal civilian and military agencies.
- **Growth Signals**: Over 3,000 employees; certified as a Great Place To Work® and an Amazing Workplace®; operates across multiple U.S. locations including Bethesda, Atlanta, Norfolk, Charleston, and others.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep Federal Expertise**: Decades of experience serving U.S. federal health and national security missions, creating a high barrier to entry in the government contracting space.
- **Certified Workplace Culture**: Formally certified as a Great Place To Work® and Amazing Workplace®, based entirely on employee feedback.
- **Security Clearance Capabilities**: Ability to support positions requiring security clearances, including TS/SCI, essential for classified government work.
- **Comprehensive Capability Spectrum**: Covers the full lifecycle from research and development to systems engineering, digital transformation, and cybersecurity, offering integrated solutions.

## Strategic Focus
- **Digital Transformation**: Investing in AI, advanced analytics, cloud, and telehealth to modernize federal health and national security systems.
- **Talent Pipeline**: Actively investing in workforce development through internships, SkillBridge (military transition), and professional development platforms.
- **National Security Readiness**: Focused on enhancing readiness for military and civilian customers, including C4ISR sustainment and cybersecurity.
- **Hybrid/Flexible Work**: Recognizes work-life balance and offers remote, hybrid, and on-site roles depending on the position and client needs.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Certified Great Place To Work® and Amazing Workplace®; culture of collaboration across teams and programs, with a strong emphasis on mission-driven work ("Where Passion Meets Purpose").
- **Work Arrangements**: Offers remote, hybrid, and on-site roles depending on the position; flexible work arrangements are assessed per role.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability, flexible spending accounts) effective first of the month after hire. Includes supplemental benefits like voluntary life, accident, and legal.
- **Professional Development**: Strong investment in employee growth with a comprehensive online learning platform, dedicated Talent Development team, and financial support for tuition, licensure, and certification programs.
- **Security and Mission Focus**: Opportunity to work on high-impact federal health and national security missions, with clear security clearance pathways.
- **SkillBridge Program**: Partners with the Department of Defense to help transitioning service members gain civilian experience during their last 180 days of service.

## Sources
1. [dlhcorp.com - Company Overview](https://www.dlhcorp.com/)
2. [dlhcorp.com - About Us](https://www.dlhcorp.com/about-us/)
3. [dlhcorp.com - Careers Page](https://www.dlhcorp.com/careers/)
4. [dlhcorp.com - Careers FAQ](https://www.dlhcorp.com/careers/frequently-asked-questions/)
5. [dlhcorp.com - Current Openings](https://www.dlhcorp.com/careers/current-openings/)

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