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Peraton

Technical Writer

Upper Marlboro, MD · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, analysts, program managers, government stakeholders, and ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Washington, DC

$86K - $138K/yr

Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, analysts, program managers, government stakeholders, and ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

InstantServe LLC

Technical Writer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

The Senior Technical Writer serves as the Technical Lead and Quality Control authority supporting U ... Experience supporting federal publications or government documentation. * Demonstrated expertise in ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

College Park, MD · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, analysts, program managers, government stakeholders, and ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Washington, DC · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, analysts, program managers, government stakeholders, and ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, analysts, program managers, government stakeholders, and ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Vienna, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, analysts, program managers, government stakeholders, and ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Gromelski & Associates

Technical Writer

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$70K - $115K/yr

Six (6) years technical writing experience in programs and contracts of a similar scope, type, and complexity within the Federal Government is required. * Candidate must be able to obtain and keep a ...

kgs

Technical Writer

Falls Church, VA

Koniag IT Systems, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Technical Writer with a TS/SCI clearance to support KITS and our government customer in Falls Church, VA. We offer competitive ...

Instant Serve LLC

Technical Writer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Required5YearsMinimum of 5 + years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a government or technology environment.Required5YearsExpert in the use of MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or ...

Peraton

Technical Writer

Fort Washington, MD · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, analysts, program managers, government stakeholders, and ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology ...

Guidehouse

Technical Writer

Huntsville, AL

The Technical writer will have a background in areas of design, engineering, and construction ... FOUR (4) or more years of experience writing proposals for Federal government work * Understanding ...

Guidehouse

Technical Writer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

The Technical writer will have a background in areas of design, engineering, and construction ... FOUR (4) or more years of experience writing proposals for Federal government work * Understanding ...

Koniag, Inc.

Technical Writer

Falls Church, VA · On-site

Koniag IT Systems, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Technical Writer with a TS/SCI clearance to support KITS and our government customer in Falls Church, VA. We offer competitive ...

ARSIEM

Technical Writer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$102K - $114K/yr

This position will support one of our Government clients in Columbia, MD. Responsibilities ... Writes and edits technical documentation for all of the project's hardware and software to include ...

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CredentialsTypically requires a degree in technical writing, communications, or related field; certifications like STC are commonSimilar credentials; often the same certifications and educational background
Work EnvironmentShort-term assignments within government agencies, often in office settingsProject-based roles, often remote or on-site, depending on contract terms
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies hiring temporary staff for specific projectsGovernment contractors providing technical writing services on a contractual basis

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Technical Writer

Peraton

Upper Marlboro, MD • On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Responsibilities
Position Summary
Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer to support cybersecurity and classified program operations within a federal government contracting environment. This role is responsible for developing, editing, managing, and publishing high-quality technical and client-facing documentation in support of mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives and executive-level reporting requirements.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-security environment and possess exceptional writing, collaboration, and organizational skills. This position requires producing classified and unclassified documentation, managing document iterations through final publication, and supporting leadership with time-sensitive deliverables for federal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation supporting cybersecurity operations, classified programs, and enterprise IT initiatives.
  • Work within a SCIF environment to produce, manage, and publish classified documentation in accordance with federal security protocols and handling procedures.
  • Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process documentation, executive briefings, technical reports, and customer-facing deliverables.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, analysts, program managers, government stakeholders, and technical teams to gather information and translate complex concepts into clear, concise documentation.
  • Manage document lifecycle activities including drafting, editing, version control, stakeholder reviews, revisions, approvals, and final publication.
  • Coordinate multiple concurrent projects while meeting aggressive deadlines and rapid turnaround requirements.
  • Ensure documentation complies with organizational standards, federal formatting requirements, classification guidelines, and quality assurance processes.
  • Participate in project meetings, reviews, and working groups to capture requirements and ensure documentation accuracy.
  • Incorporate feedback from leadership, technical reviewers, and customers to continuously improve deliverables.
  • Support executive communications and strategic initiatives through the creation of polished, professional written materials.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard sensitive and classified information in accordance with government regulations.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • 5+ years of experience in technical writing, documentation management, or communications support within a government or highly regulated environment (3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD), 9 years with a HS Diploma
  • Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, and professional technical and executive-level documentation.
  • Experience developing SOPs, operational procedures, reports, white papers, and customer-facing deliverables.
  • Strong understanding of document lifecycle management, editing, version control, and publication processes.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple high-priority deliverables with tight deadlines.
  • Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Active TS/SCI or Q/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting Department of Energy or other federal agencies.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts, terminology, and operational environments.
  • Experience using collaboration and document management platforms such as SharePoint, Confluence, or Adobe Acrobat Pro.
  • Graphic design or data visualization experience for executive presentations and reports.

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Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

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Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017

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