Technical Writer & Editor III

NewGen Technologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NewGen Technologies in Arlington, VA is seeking a Technical Writer to support a US Government cybersecurity program. You will develop and review technical communications, procedures, plans, action reports, and meeting minutes in coordination with Incident Management teams, ensuring accuracy and compliance with AP Style and government guidelines.

Qualifications include US Citizenship; TS/SCI clearance; DHS suitability; a Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of relevant writing experience; proficiency

Qualifications

• 5+ years technical writing experience preparing cybersecurity communications deliverables.
• Experience with creating government records related to cybersecurity activities and SOPs.
• Excellent hands-on experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and GSuite; AP Style or government-style guides.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review technical communications deliverables including cybersecurity documentation, procedures, plans, action reports, and meeting minutes, coordinating with Incident Management teams.
• Prepare, review, edit, and maintain program technical documents, SOPs, work instructions, CONOPS, and internal team messaging.
• Maintain diagrams and charts of team engagement reports.
• On-site work required 0800-1630 M-F.

Skills

Technical Writing

AP Style

Cybersecurity

Stakeholder comms

Editing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Adobe Products

GSuite

Job description

Our Partner is supporting a US Government customer to provide support for onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber-attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution. Contract personnel perform investigations to characterize the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services. They are seeking a Technical Writer to support this critical mission.

Responsibilities

• Developand reviewtechnical communications deliverables including cybersecurity documentation, operational procedures, plans, action reports, and meeting minutes, coordinating with Incident Management teams to obtain necessary input data
• Prepare, review, edit, and maintain program technical documents, standard operation procedures, work instructions, CONOPS, and internal team messaging
• Maintainstatistical diagrams and charts of team engagement reports
• Must be able to work on-site 0800-1630 M-F

Requirements

• US Citizenship; TS/SCI Clearance
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English, Business or related, or 5+ years technical writing and editing experience with a high school diploma
• 5+ years of technical writing experience including developing cybersecurity communications deliverables such as documentation, plans, action reports, and meeting minutes for internal and external audiences
• Experience with creating and maintaining government records associated with cybersecurity activities, documentation, and SOPs
• Excellent hands-on experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Products, and GSuite
• Fluid technical writing and editing skills, including the use of AP Style and/ or government agency directed style guides
• Ability to work with technical cyber analysts to evaluate material and break it down into concise, compelling narrative that engages the reader
• Ability to work under pressure with engagement leads, technical analysts, and subject matter experts in a fast-paced cybersecurity environment to ensure timely product release

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with cybersecurity communications terminology, concepts, and subject matter
• Experience with creating technical briefings including executive leadership briefings
• Understanding of different communication styles and formats
• Certifications:Sec+, ITILv4

About Us

For more than 20 years, NewGen Technologies has solved our clients’ toughest IT challenges with integrity, security, and outstanding service by delivering both technology and talent. We have helped secure borders, have used artificial intelligence (AI) to fight terror, aided the identification of criminals, and have helped to prevent crime through the introduction of biometrics. Our team of Highly Cleared Specialists have hard-to-find skills and expertise in a wide spectrum of technologies to provide solutions that transform business processes and solve problems of national significance. #CJ