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Special Projects Technical Writer

hackajob
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
hackajob is collaborating with Nightwing to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum 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. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

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

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.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

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.

Salary : $90,000 - $140,000

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