Technical Writer (TS/SCI with Polygraph required)

redalpha; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off 25 days + 11 holidays

Education reimbursement up to $5250/yr

Company merchandise allowance

Company events

Job summary

Red Alpha seeks a Technical Writer to join our cybersecurity team. You will craft user guides, reference manuals, SOPs, and training materials for a technical program, making complex concepts accessible to technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements include a BS in CS/IS, 7+ years in technical writing, experience with Confluence, template creation, cross‑functional collaboration, and an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Qualifications

• Requires a BS in CS/IS or related field.
• 7+ years in technical writing.
• Experience using Confluence and creating document templates.
• Ability to work across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Create documentation for a technical program including user guides, reference manuals, SOPs and briefing materials.
• Create document templates as needed.
• Own the documentation lifecycle and ensure updates for knowledge management.
• Route documentation for accuracy with technical teams.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, system and software engineers, test engineers and analysts.

Skills

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Template authoring

Security clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

Confluence

Job description

A day in the life:

We are seeking a Technical Writer to join our team. In this role, you will support key activities focused on defending against emerging cybersecurity threats. You will be part of a team with the shared goal of preventing and eradicating threats to critical U.S. systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create documentation for a technical program to include user guides/reference manuals/capability training materials, requirements documents, reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and briefings for consumption by both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Create document templates as needed for efficiency.
• Take ownership of existing documentation to ensure it is continually updated in support of an optimized workflow ensuring knowledge management .
• Own the process of routing technical documentation to ensure accuracy with technical team members.
• Work in close partnership with subject matter experts, system and software engineers, test engineers and analysts.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 7+ years’ experience working as a Technical Writer.
• Experience using Confluence.
• Experience using tools to create templates for documentation.
• Ability to work across cross-functional teams and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph

Bonus Skills:

• Background working in a cybersecurity environment is helpful.

The total package:

Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mind with the intention to: r eward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as we continue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselves and their dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary and benefits such as health, life/, disability, 401k, paid time off, professional development, and generous bonus programs. Please visit our benefits tab for additional information.

Salary Range:

• Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience, actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself.
• Based on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for this position is: $130,000 - $165,000.

Some of our additional perks and benefits include:

• Retire sooner than planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.
• Have a career AND a life: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
• Stay at your best: As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Let's not forge free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!
• Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.
• Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Carhartt, YETI, etc.
• Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours, baseball games, snowboarding, RenFest, and more!

Every day, our elite customers are pushing through "the grind" to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as we bring digital transformation to the fight!