Technical Editor, Mid

Booz Allen Hamilton; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Colorado is seeking a Mid-level Technical Editor to review intelligence products for grammar, punctuation, syntax, logic, clarity, and consistency.

You will ensure style conforms to agency publication standards and that language aligns with IC vocabulary, classifications, and citation requirements, working with authors in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years editing intelligence products with high accuracy.
• Knowledge of Community Authorized Classification and Control Markings.
• Willingness to work in a 24/7 environment.
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam.
• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of IC editing, or 7+ years of IC editing in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Review and edit intelligence products for grammar, punctuation, syntax, logic, clarity, and consistency.
• Ensure style conforms to agency publication standards and uses appropriate vocabulary.
• Verify proper classification markings and in-text citations per IC guidance, revising with authors as needed.

Skills

Technical editing

Editing standards

Classification markings

TS/SCI clearance

24/7 environment adaptability

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IC editing

7+ years IC editing without degree

Job description

Technical Editor, Mid The Opportunity: As a technical editor on our team, you’ll review and edit intelligence products for proper grammar, punctuation, syntax, logic, clarity, and consistency. You will ensure that style and format conform to agency publication standards and that language presentation is consistent with appropriate style guides and specialized vocabulary of the subject matter. You will edit and review critical intelligence production, ensure proper classification markings and in-text citations are in accordance with Intelligence Community (IC) guidance, and work directly with authors to revise products in a fast-paced environment. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience reviewing written intelligence products for grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and adherence to style guides with a high level of accuracy
• Knowledge of Community Authorized Classification and Control Markings
• Ability to work in a 24/7 environment
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience as a technical editor in the IC, or 7+ years of experience as a technical editor in the IC in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience working in a COCOM environment
• Experience incorporating intelligence information into all-source research, analysis, and production
• Knowledge of the IC and office-style guides
• Ability to communicate complex topics to audiences of varied backgrounds, levels, and comprehension
• Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Know Your Rights Poster

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About Booz Allen

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company. We build commercial-grade products and solutions for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities.