Leidos is hiring: Sr. Technical Writer in Arlington

Overview

Join us in transforming how technology serves those who serve. At Leidos, we're not just delivering solutions – we're pioneering the future of defense and intelligence technology. Our diverse teams unite around a singular purpose: empowering our customers to succeed in their critical missions. We believe in integrity, investing in communities, and building sustainably for tomorrow. Shape the future of digital defense.

Our Digital Modernization sector is at the forefront of next-generation technology, architecting solutions in cyber defense, logistics optimization, security operations, and decision intelligence. We are the minds behind mission-critical systems that keep our nation secure.

Ready to engineer solutions that matter?

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos seeks a dynamic Senior Technical Writer to support cloud modernization initiatives for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC) in the Alexandria, VA area. This role is part of a high-impact program delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions that enable operational agility and resilience across the USCG enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, program managers, and customer stakeholders to develop materials supporting system implementation, training, compliance, and ongoing operations.
• Develop and maintain high-quality documentation including system manuals, user guides, SOPs, training materials, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with cloud engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and program leadership to gather source content and ensure accuracy.
• Translate technical specifications and architectural designs into accessible language for diverse audiences.
• Support proposal development and contract deliverables by contributing to written sections and formatting artifacts.
• Ensure documentation aligns with USCG standards, federal compliance requirements, and Leidos quality expectations.
• Manage version control and document lifecycle across multiple workstreams.
• Assist in creating visual aids, diagrams, and templates to enhance clarity and usability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably supporting federal or DoD programs
• Proven ability to write and edit complex technical content for technical and non-technical audiences
• Familiarity with cloud technologies, cybersecurity principles, and enterprise IT environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and documentation tools (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, Adobe Acrobat)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting USCG or DHS programs
• Working knowledge of Agile development environments and DevSecOps practices

Pay Range

$63,700.00 - $115,150.00

About the company

We Are Leidos. For 50 years we have tackled some of the biggest problems facing our nation and the world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader addressing challenges in defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets.

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