Technical Writer II – DoD/NSA Documentation Expert

Columbia Technology Partners; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision + Dental

401k

PTO + Leave

Career Growth

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing Bonus

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Columbia Technology Partners in the United States (Maryland) is seeking a seasoned Technical Writer to prepare and maintain documentation for software, hardware, and procedures, including user guides and training materials.

The role emphasizes clear, accurate writing across DoD-focused programs, collaborating with developers and SMEs. Candidates should have six years of experience and a technical bachelor's degree, with a DoD 8570 background preferred.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of experience as a Technical Writer.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Substitution: Four (4) additional years of Technical Writing experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, update, and maintain operations documentation, user guides, manuals, and technical publications.
• Write and edit technical copy for a variety of document types, applying strong grammar and documentation standards.
• Gather technical information from multiple sources and convert it into clear written text.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date internal documentation library.
• Use multiple documentation tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Collaborate with developers to create high‑quality documentation and training materials.
• Support all phases of the documentation lifecycle.
• Produce written materials for programs or projects of similar scope and complexity.
• Prepare reports, responses, and briefings tailored to a wide range of audiences.
• Coordinate document layout, formatting, and design.
• Research complex technical subject matter and synthesize information into accessible written materials.
• Develop documentation based on engineering drawings, technical data, SME consultations, and related sources.
• Produce DoD‑focused documentation such as acquisition materials, user manuals, and training manuals.
• Interpret engineering and maintenance drawings, as well as operational procedures, to integrate technical information effectively.
• Create documentation for Cryptologic programs or projects tied to analytic tradecraft development.
• Apply NSA technical manual standard DS‑89 when developing work products.

Skills

Technical Writing

Editing

Communication

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Substitution: 4 additional years experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Columbia Technology Partners in the United States (Maryland) is seeking a seasoned Technical Writer to prepare and maintain documentation for software, hardware, and procedures, including user guides and training materials.

The role emphasizes clear, accurate writing across DoD-focused programs, collaborating with developers and SMEs. Candidates should have six years of experience and a technical bachelor's degree, with a DoD 8570 background preferred.