Technical Writer

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We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Technical Writer to join our team and support our Zero Trust security framework implementation. As a Technical Writer, you will collaborate closely with cybersecurity experts, product managers, and engineering teams to create clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation that facilitates the success of our Zero Trust initiative. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing organizational security by enabling stakeholders to understand and adopt critical security strategies and technologies.

What You ll Work On:

• Develop, write, and maintain clear, well-organized documentation related to the Zero Trust architecture, policies, processes, tools, and roadmap.

• Translate technical concepts, cybersecurity protocols, and engineering designs into easy-to-understand material for technical and non-technical audiences.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts across security, IT, and product teams to gather, analyze, and organize information.

• Produce high-quality deliverables such as user manuals, system documentation, security guidelines, playbooks for incident response, and training materials.

• Ensure that documentation aligns with organizational goals, industry standards, and compliance requirements such as NIST, CISA, and CIS benchmarks.

• Craft visually engaging diagrams, workflows, and presentations to support documentation where needed.

• Conduct periodic reviews and audits of existing documentation to keep content up-to-date with evolving Zero Trust strategies.

• Maintain documentation repositories, version control, and ensure consistent standardization in formatting and terminology.

• Research and understand security tools, technologies, and concepts such as identity and access management (IAM), microsegmentation, endpoint security, encryption, and advanced threat protection.

Join us. The world can t wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience writing technical documentation within cybersecurity, IT, or DoW environments

• Experience documenting complex technical processes, tools, and frameworks in a clear and accessible format

• Knowledge of graphic design tools to create diagrams and visual aids

• Ability to synthesize complicated technical jargon into straightforward and engaging explanations

• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• TS/SCI clearance

• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Zero Trust frameworks and concepts

• Experience with documentation tools such as Microsoft Office

• Experience with cybersecurity protocols, principles, and standards such as NIST SP 800-207, CIS controls, and Zero Trust architecture

• Ability to pay strict attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and completeness

• Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Possession of excellent team-oriented collaboration and interpersonal skills

• Bachelor s degree in Technical Writing, English, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

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