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Special Projects Technical Writer

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC, Sterling, VA, USA

Pay: 80.000 - 100.000

Job type: Contract


Nightwing provides technically advanced full‑stack cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization.
We are supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber‑attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution. Contract personnel investigate and characterize the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services.
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.
Assist Action Officers with meeting, planning, logistical support and related duties.
Required Skills

U.S. citizenship.
Active TS/SCI clearance and ability 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

University degree in English, Business, or related field.
Or 7+ years of technical writing and editing experience with a high‑school diploma.
Desired Certifications

DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II.
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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