Technical Writer Lead

Leidos Inc; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an experienced Technical Writer Lead for the DISA Defense Red Switch Network supporting an enterprise VoIP management system on the GSM-O II contract at Fort Meade, MD. The candidate will lead a team that translates highly technical information into clear documents for technical and non-technical personnel, producing TIGs, SOPs, HTML pages in markdown, and briefing materials.

Responsibilities include leading development, writing, editing, proofreading, managing documentation

Qualifications

• Active DoD SECRET Clearance.
• 8+ years of experience writing technical documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Advanced skills using MS Office Suite and editing in markdown language.
• Technical editing experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) technical and reference documents.
• Experience in creating technical documentation with input from software engineers, systems engineers, and network engineers.
• Proven experience creating technical diagrams and specifications using Visio.
• Experience writing in a structured authoring environment.
• Ability to translate technical and complex information and requirements into user-friendly technical documentation.
• Ability to learn new technical information quickly to convey concepts targeted to the audience.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment.
• Provide weekly status updates used to develop productivity metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to work without appreciable direction, modulating schedule to meet and exceed schedule targets.
• Demonstrated direct experience developing and implementing large-scale technical changes on compressed schedule deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage Complex Artifacts: Edit, clarify, and proofread documents written by others.
• Information Architecture: Design the structure and navigation of document repositories and HTML pages.
• Document Management: Draft, edit, test and deploy documents with revision records.
• Quality Assurance & Editing: Enforce quality standards and consistency across documents.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with SMEs and engineers to validate content.
• Leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI): Use AI to speed up drafting and templates.
• Monitor IAAs/MOAs and 7600 services in G-Invoicing.

Skills

DoD SECRET clearance

Technical writing

Markdown editing

MS Office

Documentation management

Structured authoring

SME collaboration

AI-assisted drafting

Ability to multi-task

Communication with stakeholders

Adaptability to fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Visio

Markdown

Job description

Description

The Digital Sector at Leidos has an opening for an experienced Technical Writer Lead for the DISA Defense Red Switch Network in support of an enterprise VoIP management system on the GSM-O II contract at Fort Meade, MD. The successful candidate will have a strong technical writing background, responsible for leading a team that documents and translates highly technical information into clear, readable documents for technical and non-technical personnel. The candidate will support the creation of a variety of media including HTML pages created in markdown, complex technical graphics, Technical Implementation Guides (TIGs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and briefing presentations.

Specifically, you will lead the development, writing, editing, and proofreading of technical manuals and provide overall writing support for the team. Additionally, you will be responsible for supporting the support agreement process to include tracking G-Invoicing compliance and monitoring 7600 services. Concurrently, you will manage complex technical documentation, review technical changes, and maintain exceptional communication and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage Complex Artifacts:Edit, clarify, and proofread documents written by others. Conduct necessary research to support and extend technical content for high-level technical documentation, such as Technical Implementation Guides (TIGs), System Security Plans, and SOPs.
• Information Architecture:Design the structure and navigation of document repositories and HTML pages so that end-users can easily find critical information.
• Document Management: Be involved in the entire documentation lifecycle-drafting, editing, testing, and deployment-while maintaining revision records in compliance with established development lifecycles. Create standardized document templates, drafting shells, and style guides to streamline input from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Quality Assurance & Editing: Edit, clarify, and proofread team artifacts to enforce strict quality standards, ensure proper technical terminology, and maintain consistency across all produced documents.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with systems engineers and subject matter experts (SMEs) to validate technical content, and design standardized document templates and shells to streamline their inputs. Work on simultaneous complex and competing documentation projects involving other team members and key stakeholders across the organization
• Leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI): Harness generative AI technologies to boost team throughput and rapidly develop documentation templates and initial drafts under compressed schedules.
• Monitor Interagency Agreements (IAAs) and Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs), ensuring all government contract support and 7600 services (Form 7600A/B) are accurately tracked within G-Invoicing.

Basic Qualifications:

• Active DoW SECRET Clearance
• Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or master's with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience, or equivalent work experience. Additional experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree
• 8+ years of experience writing technical documentation for technical and non-technical audiences
• Advanced skills using MS Office Suite and editing in markdown language
• Technical editing experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) technical and reference documents
• Experience in creating technical documentation (vs. editing) with input from software engineers, systems engineers, and network engineers
• Proven experience creating technical diagrams and specifications using Visio
• Experience writing in a structured authoring environment
• Ability to translate technical and complex information and requirements into user-friendly technical documentation
• Ability to learn new technical information quickly to convey concepts targeted to the audience
• Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment
• Provide weekly status updates used to develop productivity metrics. Assist in developing charts and presentations
• Demonstrated ability to work without appreciable direction, modulating schedule to meet and exceed schedule targets
• Demonstrated direct experience developing and implementing large-scale technical changes on compressed schedule deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• TS/SCI or SCI eligibility clearance
• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with Configuration Management documentation
• General knowledge of IT Security principles with attention to detail in identifying areas of risk
• Understanding of network management
• Experience developing and testing written procedures in a lab environment

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For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: $82,550.00 - $149,225.00

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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