Technical Writer

Leidos • Arlington, VA

1d • $65,650 - $118,675

About The Position

At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! The Digital Modernization Sector brings together our digital transformation and IT programs, allowing us to better serve our customers through scale and repeatability. Leidos has a critical need for a Technical Writer to join the DHS CISA program. Leidos has an immediate need for a Technical Writer – Jr. Project Manager to join our team on a highly-visible and strategic Cybersecurity Task Order. The Technical Writer – Jr. Project Manager will operate as a member of the Project Management Office (PMO).

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in a technical field in English/Journalism/Project Management with the ability to efficiently and effectively write accurate and customer-compliant technical documents, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Minimum 4-8 years’ relevant experience in technical writing and/or project management
• Candidates should also demonstrate the following:
• Strong ability to quickly and effectively gather requirements, perform research, compile information, prioritize and collate, draft, edit, and produce high-quality documentation that satisfies customer needs with minimal follow-on work needed
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) required
• Familiarity with project management methodologies
• Ability to manage multiple communications projects simultaneously and prioritize accordingly
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of the organization
• Ability to work cross functionally among PMO and technical staff
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, and fluid environment.
• A CISA Entry on Duty (EOD) is required to support this program.

Nice To Haves

• Experience drafting IT, cybersecurity, or related technical documentation using federal government, particularly DHS, official document requirements and style guides.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies
• CAPM or PMP certification

Responsibilities

• Draft, expand, refine, and edit technical concepts or solutions into easy-to-read, comprehensive, compliant, signature-ready, and compelling documents tailored for audiences ranging from entry-level technical to executive level
• Interact with technical team members for content development
• Standardize documentation where appropriate, e.g. templates, plans, processes, procedures
• Become well versed in and comply with federal government (especially CISA) and Leidos official document requirements and style guides
• Provide project management services to plan, coordinate, manage, and report on project status for assigned projects.
• Establish and maintain necessary controls, management oversight, documentation, reporting, customer support, and notification functions as well as ensuring that required tasks stay on track and milestones are met.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees