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Freelance Cybersecurity Content Writer

Siege Media
Siege Media Salary
Chicago, IL Other
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026

Siege Media is a growing and remote-first organic growth agency! We are nationally recognized on Inc.’s Best Workplaces list and Inc. 5000 list, highlighting the 5000 fastest-growing private companies. Interested in working with the Siege team? We currently have a spot open for a talented Freelance Cybersecurity Content Writer to help us continue to deliver great content for our world-class clients.

Learn more about working at Siege by experiencing our culture on Instagram and checking out our work on Dribbble!

Siege Media values diversity. We encourage people of color, LGBTQIA folks, veterans, parents and those with disabilities to apply. We are committed to helping all people succeed at Siege. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete our application or interview process, please let us know.

Responsibilities

  • Write comprehensive articles on a variety of topics including Zero Trust architecture, threat intelligence, cloud security, (CSPM/CWPP), and incident response
  • Demonstrate the ability to adapt tone and technical depth to speak to diverse audience, from C-suite executives (CISCOs) to hands-on SOC analysts
  • Have a firm grasp on writing effective, high-CTR titles that resonate with the cybersecurity community and attract high-authority press
  • Successfully implement feedback from editors and clients to ensure 100% technical accuracy
  • Deliver content that doesn't just explain "what" a threat is, but provides actionable strategies for improving a client's security posture

Required Skills

  • 2-3 years of experience as a content writer, specifically focused on cybersecurity or high-level InfoSec (ideally published on reputable news sites, industry blogs, or major vendor blogs)
  • Extensive knowledge of niche topics including IAM, EDR/XDR, Network Security, Ransomware trends, and Compliance frameworks (SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA, NIST)
  • Experience writing for the web with a focus on long-form guides, "how-to" mitigation articles, security tool comparison posts, trend reports, and thought leadership content on the evolving threat landscape
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to form productive working relationships in a fully remote environment
  • Strong project management skills, with ability to handle multiple projects while still working effectively
  • Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
  • A heavy focus on technical accuracy, fact-checking, and creating quality content that builds brand trust

Suggested Skills

  • 4-year university degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
  • Intermediary SEO knowledge with a working knowledge of SEO tools and how they can be used to improve client websites
  • Experience collaborating with design teams and giving guidance on design and UX best practices

Please plan to upload the following information during the application process:

  1. Your resume
  2. A short introduction/cover letter
  3. A link to your portfolio with at least 3 writing samples that demonstrates your ability to write about cybersecurity at varying levels of technical complexity

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