Technical Writer - active Top Secret required

Description

The role sits in program delivery and execution, where you produce the documents that keep technology projects organized and compliant.

The company provides technology and mission services to US government agencies, defense and the intelligence community. It has about 26,000 staff in more than 50 countries, working in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Responsibilities

• Write and update technical documents, including full diagram schematics, manuals and operating procedures, so standards and processes stay consistent and clear.
• Build and maintain detailed Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) that support project management, workflows and compliance tracking.
• Gather and organize technical information with engineers, project managers and subject matter experts.
• Make sure every document meets internal policies, regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Review existing documentation for accuracy and completeness, and bring it in line with current systems and requirements.
• Log revisions and manage version control and document repositories so content is easy to find and changes can be traced.

Requirements

• Hold a current Top Secret clearance and be eligible for Top Secret/SCI.
• Be a US citizen.
• Have 5+ years of related experience, including at least 5 years as a technical writer, preferably in a technology-driven environment.
• Hold a bachelor's degree in technical writing, communications, English or a related field. Experience may be substituted for the degree.
• Know industry-standard writing styles or government-specific guidelines.
• Communicate clearly in writing and in speech.
• Quickly understand technical information and turn it into clear documentation.
• Have developed and maintained POA&Ms or similar project plans.
• Work independently and with initiative, spotting gaps and inconsistencies in documentation.
• Know Agile or ITIL frameworks as they relate to technical writing.

Conditions

US citizenship is required.

This is a regular position with 40 scheduled hours per week and travel under 10%.

The work is onsite in Washington, DC.

No public trust or other clearance is required.

The likely salary is $85,000 to $115,000. It is not guaranteed and depends on experience, geographic location and possibly contract terms, so it may fall outside this range.

Hiring includes an identity verification process using biometrics and AI, and you must be on camera for virtual interviews. The company may photograph you to verify identity, and by continuing you authorize use of your biometric data for identity and security purposes.

Equal opportunity employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Benefits

• Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, plus dental and vision plans.
• 401(k) with pre-tax and post-tax contributions up to IRS limits and a company match.
• Vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• Full-flex work weeks where possible.
• Short- and long-term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel accident insurance, provided or available.
• An AI-powered career tool that suggests career steps and learning opportunities.
• An internal mobility team to help you reach your career goals.
• Competitive pay and a military-friendly workplace.