Cybersecurity Technical Writer - Senior Associate

Lafayette Group Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafayette Group is seeking a dynamic Cybersecurity Technical Writer to refine and quality‑assure cybersecurity content. The role includes enforcing editorial standards, improving clarity and credibility, and coordinating expert reviews to produce publication‑ready materials for time‑sensitive communications.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in English or related field and at least three years of technical writing/editing experience, with collaboration across SMEs. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least three years of experience in technical writing, technical editing, or content analysis.
• Experience collaborating with subject matter experts.
• Knowledge of content development, including audience analysis, purpose, lifecycle management, governance, and measurement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including grammar, clarity, tone, consistency, and AP Style.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments.

Responsibilities

• Edit and refine technical content for clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Apply a consistent voice, style, structure, and terminology across all content.
• Conduct comprehensive quality reviews before publication to ensure accessibility and usefulness.
• Identify ambiguity and gaps; recommend revisions to improve comprehension and credibility.
• Collaborate with SMEs to validate technical accuracy and align with cybersecurity threats and frameworks.
• Develop, document, and maintain editorial best practices.
• Work independently while collaborating in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

SME collaboration

AP Style

MS 365 tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in English or related field

Job description

Cybersecurity Technical Writer - Senior Associate

Join our team of high-end strategy and management consultants and professionals who have served on the front lines of homeland security, law enforcement, criminal justice, emergency management, and the military. Have an immediate impact and grow your career quickly at the same time!

Job Summary:

Lafayette Group is seeking a dynamic and experienced Cybersecurity Technical Writer to refine and quality-assure cybersecurity content. The role includes enforcing editorial standards, improving clarity and credibility, verifying technical accuracy, coordinating expert reviews, and producing publication-ready materials for time-sensitive communications. This position also offers the opportunity to collaborate across the cybersecurity community, build expertise in cyber threats and best practices, translate complex cybersecurity concepts into clear guidance, and contribute to editorial processes and content strategy within a mission-driven environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Edit and refine technical content, including cybersecurity advisories, strategic guidance, and time-sensitive alerts, for clarity, accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Apply a consistent voice, style, structure, and terminology across all content, using established editorial standards and style guides.
• Conduct comprehensive quality reviews before publication to ensure that content is polished, accessible, and tailored to its intended audience.
• Identify ambiguity, logical gaps, and inconsistent terminology; recommend revisions that improve comprehension, strengthen credibility, and translate complex technical details into clear, actionable guidance.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to validate technical accuracy and ensure alignment with evolving cybersecurity threats, best practices, and frameworks.
• Develop, document, and maintain editorial best practices to reinforce quality control.
• Work independently while demonstrating strong collaboration, active listening, and adaptability in a fast-paced, high-tempo environment

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least three years of experience in technical writing, technical editing, or content analysis.
• Experience collaborating with subject matter experts.
• Knowledge of content development, including audience analysis, purpose, lifecycle management, governance, and measurement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including grammar, clarity, tone, consistency, and AP Style.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments.

Desired Qualifications

• Active TS security clearance and SCI eligibility; must have US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain DHS Suitability (EOD).
• Experience working in virtual or hybrid environments using SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of web accessibility, including heading structure, descriptive links, and plain language.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and terminology, including severity ratings, mitigations, recommended actions, and indicators of compromise.
• Knowledge of policies, current events, and issues affecting critical infrastructure.
• Experience supporting government clients and delivering results independently and collaboratively.

Location:

Hybrid / Client-site (Arlington, VA)

Federal Contracts:

This position involves working on federal contracts that require all workers on the contract to be U.S. Citizens. Additionally, some contracts may require the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Salary Range:

$70K-$90K

LGI carefully considers various factors when determining salary, including but not limited to education and training, professional experience, knowledge, skills and competencies, licensure and certifications, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. New employees are not usually hired at the top of the estimated salary range and salary decisions depend on the circumstances and factors for each case. Salary is only one aspect of LGI's generous total compensation package.

Lafayette Group provides equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibits employment decisions based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.