Technical Writer Sr. – TS/SCI

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Technical Documentation

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Desktop Publishing (DTP), Technical Documents, Technical Writing

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is your place.  Make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture.  By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.  Our work depends on a Technical Writer joining our team to support Government activities in Annapolis Junction, M.D.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator.  As a Technical Writer supporting the Government, you will be trusted with providing technical writing support to document all program deliverables, functions, processes, and accreditation efforts.

In this role, a typical day may include:

• Preparing, reviewing, revising, and maintaining technical documents including software and systems engineering, system operations, testing, user documentation, etc
• Writing and editing technical documentation for all the project's hardware and software requirements to include installation, configuration, and how-to documentation
• Producing implementation guides and end-user guides for capabilities; providing field, data definition, and data flow documentation and formatting technical publications from pamphlets, technical drawings, and consultations with technical personnel and other available resources
• Standardizing documentation by creating and implementing templates for all document types
• Providing technical writing support to document all Infrastructure Services deliverables, functions, processes, and accreditation efforts
• Maintaining document library to enable ease of document storage, retrieval, updates, and reviews
• Participates in special projects as required

What you’ll need:

• Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a CI poly
• Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements including one of the following:  Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+, or CCNA Security.
• Education:  Bachelor of Science Degree, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience preparing and editing technical documentation
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in technical research, writing, and editing
• Knowledge of and ability to use various word-processing and desktop publishing software applications
• Knowledge of the organization’s products and services, customer requirements, purpose and structure of required documentation, and end user’s level of understanding
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $121,680 - $138,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA MD Annapolis Junction

Additional Work Locations:

USA VA Sterling

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT of