Technical Writer - Physical Security | Force Protection

ZipRecruiter; Anchorage (AK); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A proposal development firm is seeking a qualified Technical Writer – Physical Security and Force Protection. The role involves drafting, editing, and formatting proposal content while ensuring compliance with customer requirements. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree, 5+ years of technical writing experience, and strong communication skills. This position offers a remote work environment with occasional travel required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical writing experience, preferably in government proposal development.
• Experience writing proposals within the Security and Force Protection industry.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and format proposal content for Security and Force Protection requirements.
• Collaborate with SMEs to develop accurate proposal narratives.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or related field

Advanced knowledge or degree in Security and Force Protection discipline

Tools

MS Office Suite

Adobe tools

Job description

Job Description

SUMMARY

Bering Government Services, LLC, a company within the BSNC family, is currently seeking a qualified Technical Writer – Physical Security and Force Protection. The Technical Writer will be responsible for supporting proposal development efforts by drafting, editing, and formatting technical sections within the Physical Security and Force Protection domain. This role ensures proposal content is accurate, compliant, compelling, and aligned with customer requirements.

Applicants will be contacted via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Research, draft, edit, and format proposal content specific to Security and Force Protection requirements.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop accurate, persuasive proposal narratives.
• Ensure all technical content complies with solicitation requirements, corporate standards, and customer expectations.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and customer-focused content.
• Work with Proposal Managers and Graphic Designers to integrate written content into cohesive proposal volumes.
• Review and revise draft materials to ensure compliance, clarity, and consistency.

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or related field; advanced knowledge or degree in Security and Force Protection discipline.
• 5+ years of technical writing experience, preferably in government proposal development.
• Demonstrated experience working with SMEs to extract technical information.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite and Adobe tools.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to tailor writing style to a variety of technical audiences.
• Experience writing proposals within the Security and Force Protection industry sector for government customers.
• Familiarity with Shipley proposal process or equivalent methodologies.
• Experience with federal contracting and FAR requirements.

NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasional travel may be required.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job is performed in a remote setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and telephone system. The work described herein is a home office setting. Travel may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effective team leadership
• Capability to foster growth and mentorship through guidance, support, and the identification of department and employee needs

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.