Special Projects Technical Writer

Nightwing is supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide support for onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber-attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution.  Contract personnel perform investigations to characterize of the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services.  Nightwing is seeking a Special Projects Technical Writer to support this critical customer mission. This position is located in Arlington, VA and is 100% on-site.

Responsibilities:

- Draft and prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), briefings and similar documentation – based on collected information, leadership guidance, and existing documentation

- Provide technical edits to unclassified and classified Threat Branch documentation and products

- Produce quality products/documents that demonstrate a professional image for Threat Branch and Threat Hunting – based on collected information, leadership guidance, and existing documentation

- Capture and transmit meeting minutes, including key points of discussion, action items, and suspense dates

- Be able to assist Action Officers with meeting, planning, logistical support and etc.

Required Skills:
- U.S. Citizenship
- Must have an active TS/SCI clearance
- Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability

- 5+ years of technical writing experience including developing cybersecurity communications deliverables such as documentation, plans, action reports, and meeting minutes for internal and external audiences

- Experience with creating and maintaining government records associated with cybersecurity activities, documentation, and SOPs
- Excellent hands-on experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Products, and GSuite

- Fluid technical writing and editing skills, including the use of AP Style and/or government agency directed style guides

- Ability to work with technical cyber analysts to evaluate material and break it down into concise, compelling narrative that engages the reader

- Ability to work under pressure with engagement leads, technical analysts, and subject matter experts in a fast-paced cybersecurity environment to ensure timely product release

Desired Skills:
- Experience working in a cyber or an IT environment

- Familiarity with cybersecurity communications terminology, concepts, and subject matter

- Experience with creating technical briefings including executive leadership briefings

- Understanding of different communication styles and formats

Required Education:

- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English, Business or related, or 7+ years technical writing and editing experience with a high school diploma.

Desired Certifications:

- DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II