Leidos · 1 day ago
Technical Writer
Linthicum, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$66K/yr - $119K/yr
6+ years expLeidos is currently seeking a skilled Technical Writer to support their mission customer in the Linthicum MD area. The Technical Writer will develop executive-level briefs and collaborate with engineering teams to translate complex technical documentation into clear, business-focused insights for non-technical audiences.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop executive-level briefs, white papers, and summaries using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Create clear, visually engaging presentations, infographics, and diagrams that simplify complex technical information
Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical architectures, systems, and processes
Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to shape messaging, narratives, and deliverables
Translate technical documentation into concise, business-focused insights for non-technical audiences
Ensure consistency, clarity, and quality across all written and visual materials
Manage multiple deliverables and deadlines
Incorporate feedback from leadership and technical teams with speed and accuracy
Responsible for the preparation, editorial review, revision, and maintenance of security engineering documents including technical white papers, cyber security assessments, architecture analysis documentation, senior management briefings, and status reports
Establish inroads with the customer to ensure all materials are compliant with stated policies and practices employed by the customer organization
Where necessary, update Microsoft Word and PowerPoint templates to ensure ease of use and functional capability in support of the respective project teams
Assist in preparing and maintaining operations documentation, user guides and manuals, and technical publications
Work with engineers and subject matter experts to gather technical information required in the preparation of written text
Work with developers to produce quality documentation and training materials
Organizes assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology
Coordinates the display of related graphics and/or utilizes supplemental images, drawings, diagrams to illustrate material as needed
Maintains adherence to project schedules and target dates
Prepare detailed presentations and national security reports to Agency senior leadership
This position has visibility with the customer leadership
Qualification
Required
Minimum six (6)+ years' of experience as a technical writer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
CLEARANCE REQUIRED: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university
Moderate understanding of cyber security principles and network systems
Network+ or Security+ certification
Masters' Degree
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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