Lead Cybersecurity Technical Writer - Manager

Lead Cybersecurity Technical Writer - Manager

Lafayette Group is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Cybersecurity Technical Writer to oversee and conduct the refinement and quality assurance of cybersecurity content. The role includes supervising staff in the enforcement of editorial standards, verification of technical accuracy, coordination of expert reviews, and production of publication-ready materials for time-sensitive communications. This position serve as the primary client-facing lead for editorial quality and content strategy as they collaborate across the cybersecurity community, translate complex cybersecurity concepts into clear guidance, and own delivery of high-quality cybersecurity communications.

• Oversee cybersecurity content development and editorial workflows across multiple products and work streams.
• Supervise and conduct editing and refinement of technical content, including cybersecurity advisories, strategic guidance, and time-sensitive alerts, for clarity, accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Lead stakeholder engagement efforts, including communication planning, prioritization, risk management, and the integration of technical input and visual design.
• Develop, document, and maintain editorial best practices by standardizing review processes and reinforcing quality control.
• Conduct comprehensive quality reviews before publication to ensure that content is polished, accessible, and tailored to its intended audience.
• Apply a consistent voice, style, structure, and terminology across all content, using established editorial standards and style guides.
• Identify ambiguity, logical gaps, and inconsistent terminology; recommend revisions that improve comprehension, strengthen credibility, and translate complex technical details into clear, actionable guidance.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to validate technical accuracy and ensure alignment with evolving cybersecurity threats, best practices, and frameworks.
• Work independently while demonstrating strong collaboration, active listening, and adaptability in a fast-paced, high-tempo environment.
• Support strategic priorities by contributing to and owning processes that enable effective execution of the team’s mission.

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least six years of experience in technical writing, technical editing, or content analysis.
• Experience managing formal reviews and approvals.
• Knowledge of content strategy, including audience analysis, purpose, lifecycle management, governance, and measurement.
• Experience collaborating with subject matter experts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and One Drive.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including grammar, clarity, tone, consistency, and AP Style.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments.

• Active TS security clearance and SCI eligibility; must have US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain DHS Suitability (EOD).
• Experience working in virtual or hybrid environments using SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook.
• Experience using analytics, feedback, and user insights to improve content and reduce support requests.
• Knowledge of web accessibility, including heading structure, descriptive links, and plain language.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and terminology, including severity ratings, mitigations, recommended actions, and indicators of compromise.
• Knowledge of policies, current events, and issues affecting critical infrastructure.
• Experience supporting government clients and delivering results…