Independent Software, Inc. · 4 months ago
Technical Writer, Level 3 (FORECASTED)
Fort Meade, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expIndependent Software, Inc. is a company focused on high-quality documentation for complex systems. The Technical Writer Level 3 will create and maintain technical documentation, including user guides and manuals, while ensuring clarity and accessibility for users.
AnalyticsCloud ComputingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyMachine LearningSecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepare and maintain user guides, manuals, operations documentation, and technical publications
Write and edit technical documentation for hardware and software, including installation, configuration, and operational use
Assist in documentation for software code, implementation guides, and end-user materials
Organize and maintain an internal technical documentation library
Coordinate document layout and design, ensuring consistent formatting and professional presentation
Work closely with engineers, developers, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather and clarify technical content
Use tools like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and other word processing and visual tools to create documentation
Research highly technical subject matter and express it clearly for technical and non-technical audiences
Support the development of reports, briefings, training manuals, and acquisition documentation
Interpret technical drawings and operational procedures to synthesize accurate technical materials
Ensure documentation meets DoD standards and supports the needs of a wide range of users
Demonstrated ability to create, update, and manage content using SharePoint, Confluence, or similar collaboration and documentation platforms
Provide expert-level oversight and guidance in technical writing and editing across all phases of acquisition and technical documentation for the program, project, or contract
Independently develop and maintain highly complex system, programming, operations, and procedural documentation
Serve as a project lead for initiatives involving complex or large-scale documentation efforts and coordinate specialized documentation services as needed
Qualification
Required
Ability to research and translate technical concepts into clear, comprehensive written materials
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and other documentation tools
Strong attention to detail and grammar
Understanding of system/software development lifecycle processes
Ability to coordinate document creation across engineering and development teams
Experience writing for a variety of audiences, including technical users, end-users, and stakeholders
A minimum of eight (8) years of experience as a Technical Writer supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required
A Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related discipline from an accredited college or university is also required
Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
Preferred
A Master's degree in a technical or business-related discipline may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the total experience requirement to six (6) years
In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional four (4) years of relevant Technical Writing experience may be substituted
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Generous benefits
Work-life balance
Company
Independent Software, Inc.
Independent Software supports our customers by providing next-generation cyber services, intelligence and all-source analytics, machine learning, and mission application development.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Rhonda Jansen
President and CEO
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