Technical Writer - Cyber Security

BELEN Network; Greensboro (NC); Remote; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a seasoned Technical Writer to support documentation and project initiatives. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity and IT security writing, with strong project management and communication skills. This contract role involves drafting and maintaining security documentation and coordinating cross-functional project efforts. Proficiency in Office Suite and familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience as a Technical Writer in Cybersecurity.
• Ability to write regulatory-compliant security documentation.
• Experience managing multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and maintain cybersecurity documentation.
• Collaborate with security teams to create actionable documents.
• Organize and track projects with attention to deadlines.

Skills

Technical Writing

Cybersecurity Knowledge

Project Management

Communication Skills

Office Suite Proficiency

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

PowerPoint

Visio

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Overview :

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Writer – Cyber Security to support documentation, governance, and project initiatives for The Client, a leading organization in the information security space.
• This contract role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, documentation standards, and project coordination.

Key Responsibilities :

Draft, edit, and maintain technical documentation including cybersecurity governance artifacts such as procedures, playbooks, and operational guides.

Collaborate with cross-functional security teams to extract technical information and translate it into clear, actionable documents.

Organize, manage, and track small-scale projects with attention to deadlines, documentation accuracy, and stakeholder engagement.

Lead and facilitate meetings with internal teams to gather input and provide status updates on document development and project milestones.

Utilize tools such as SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, PowerPoint, Visio, and Excel to support documentation and reporting efforts.

Required Skills Qualifications :

10+ years of professional experience as a Technical Writer, with focus in Cybersecurity, IT Security, or Data Governance.

Demonstrated ability to write and structure security documentation that complies with regulatory or organizational frameworks.

Strong organizational and communication skills with ability to influence various levels of the organization.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables simultaneously with minimal supervision.

Power user of Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio, Teams).

Experience leading meetings and coordinating across multiple security or technical departments.

Solid project management skills and familiarity with PM methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications :

Prior experience supporting security programs for enterprise-level clients.

Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, or PMP are a plus.