Technical Writer
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Job Location:
Arlington, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 65650 - 118675
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Leidos we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. We empower our teams contribute to our communities and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers our people and our community. Our Mission Vision and Values guide the way we do business.
If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive keep reading!
The Digital Modernization Sector brings together our digital transformation and IT programs allowing us to better serve our customers through scale and repeatability. Leidos has a critical need for a Technical Writer to join the DHS CISA program.
Leidos has an immediate need for a Technical Writer Jr. Project Manager to join our team on a highly-visible and strategic Cybersecurity Task Order. The Technical Writer Jr. Project Manager will operate as a member of the Project Management Office (PMO).
Primary Responsibilities
Draft expand refine and edit technical concepts or solutions into easy-to-read comprehensive compliant signature-ready and compelling documents tailored for audiences ranging from entry-level technical to executive level
Interact with technical team members for content development
Standardize documentation where appropriate e.g. templates plans processes procedures
Become well versed in and comply with federal government (especially CISA) and Leidos official document requirements and style guides
Provide project management services to plan coordinate manage and report on project status for assigned projects.
Establish and maintain necessary controls management oversight documentation reporting customer support and notification functions as well as ensuring that required tasks stay on track and milestones are met.
Basic Qualifications
BA/BS degree in a technical field in English/Journalism/Project Management with the ability to efficiently and effectively write accurate and customer-compliant technical documents and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently.
Minimum 4-8 years relevant experience in technical writing and/or project management
Candidates should also demonstrate the following:
Strong ability to quickly and effectively gather requirements perform research compile information prioritize and collate draft edit and produce high-quality documentation that satisfies customer needs with minimal follow-on work needed
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) required
Familiarity with project management methodologies
Ability to manage multiple communications projects simultaneously and prioritize accordingly
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of the organization
Ability to work cross functionally among PMO and technical staff
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced demanding and fluid environment.
A CISA Entry on Duty (EOD) is required to support this program.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience drafting IT cybersecurity or related technical documentation using federal government particularly DHS official document requirements and style guides.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
CAPM or PMP certification
At Leidos we dont want someone who fits the moldwe want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless the over-caffeinated the ones who ask whats next before the dust settles on whats now.
If youre already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2 good. Youll fit right in.
Original Posting:
January 8 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $65650.00 - $118675.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Key Skills
- Proofreading
- Adobe Acrobat
- Content Management Systems
- Technical Writing
- Visio
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Sharepoint
- XML
- Confluence
- Wiki Systems
- Word Processing
- Writing Skills
About Company
Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.
