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Leidos

Technical Writer

Remote

Description

Leidos' IT and Cybersecurity organization is currently seeking a Technical Writer to write, edit and publish high-quality IT end user communications, instructions and web content as well as standard operating procedures, processes and policies.

In this role, you will achieve goals such as:

  • Work with a project team to design, create, and document IT policies, procedures, processes, and IT System Documentation for various audiences
  • Create user friendly digital how-to guides for end users
  • Help create and edit training materials including slides and videos to help train employees on new IT technologies and processes
  • Help create and edit user friendly messaging including emails, blog posts and Wiki articles to help end users understand IT changes, how change will benefit them, and what their role is in ensuring success

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Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 4 years of technical writing and editing experience including:
    • Writing and editing end-user facing IT instructions and IT communications
    • Writing standard operating procedures (SOPs), IT policies, or IT procedures that can help Leidos strengthen IT documentation for internal or external audit readiness.
    • Experience with writing SOPs and IT system documentation supporting National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX), Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) or similar
  • Microsoft Word and PowerPoint expert
  • Experience using WSYWIG editors for publishing online content

Important Skills for Success

  • Strong writer and editor, grammar expert with a strong attention to detail who can embrace and follow established style guides, processes, tools, and templates
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong analytical, prioritization and critical thinking skills
  • Proactive, agile, adaptable, and inquisitive team player who is ready to implement objectives swiftly and effectively
  • Analyze, evaluate, document, and recommend improvements for IT policy and business processes (as-is and to-be states)

Desired Qualifications:

  • Skills with Visio, MadCap Flare, SharePoint Online, M365, Excel, SnagIt, Camtasia
  • Highly organized with an orientation toward efficiency, common sense and best, most practical process always putting the end user first
  • Growth mindset: Ability and interest in learning and growing, exploring different types of technical communications and information development, and learning from and mentoring others
  • Ability to support and work on a variety of projects and assignments simultaneously

Original Posting Date:

2024-06-28
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 $61,750.00 - $111,625.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

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Job ID: Leidos-R-00138529
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program