Cybersecurity Technical Writer

Harvey Nash; Columbia (MD); Remote; USD 68,880 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing and recruiting company in Maryland is seeking a Cybersecurity Technical Writer. The role involves collaborating with Threat Intelligence Analysts to translate technical cybersecurity findings into engaging content. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in technical writing and a strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts. This position is fully remote and offers a competitive rate of $50 to $60 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a technical writer, cyber journalist, or security communications specialist.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts including threat intelligence and incident response.
• Ability to engage both technical professionals and general audiences through effective writing.

Responsibilities

• Work with Threat Intelligence Analysts and Security Operations teams.
• Translate technical cybersecurity findings into clear content.
• Create stories for non-technical readers while maintaining accuracy.

Skills

Technical writing

Cybersecurity concepts

Writing for non-technical audiences

Collaboration with security teams

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

We are connecting top tech talent with leading innovators. US citizens, Green Card holders, and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor H1b candidates at this time.

Job Title: Cybersecurity Technical Writer

Location: Columbia, MD, (Remote)

Duration: 6+ Months Contract

Employer: Harvey Nash

Responsibilities

• Work with Threat Intelligence Analysts and Security Operations teams to understand new threats, incidents, and remediation efforts.
• Translate highly technical cybersecurity findings into clear, concise, and engaging blog posts, reports, and knowledge articles.
• Create stories consumable for non-technical readers while maintaining accuracy and credibility for technical audiences.
• Document incident response actions and remediation steps in a structured, easy-to-follow manner.
• Collaborate with stakeholders (e.g., adversary tactics teams, intelligence analysts, leadership) to ensure alignment in messaging.
• Develop and maintain a repository of case studies, incident reports, and threat updates for internal and external audiences.
• Ensure consistency, readability, and accessibility across all cybersecurity-related content.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a technical writer, cyber journalist, or security communications specialist.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts (threat intelligence, incident response, vulnerabilities, adversary tactics).
• Ability to engage both technical professionals and general audiences through structured, impactful writing.
• Experience collaborating with security operations and threat intelligence teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Bonus: Background in journalism, communications, or technical content strategy.

A reasonable, good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum for this position is $50/Hr to $60/Hr with Limited benefits

Employment details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function / Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

Note: This description reflects the current opening and does not include other opportunities or internal postings.