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Bedford, MA
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
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Job Description
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Technical Writer - Cyber / Zero Trust to support a high-impact DOD program focused on enterprise-wide cybersecurity and Zero Trust initiatives. This role will support the creation and maintenance of critical technical documentation in a secure, mission-driven environment. An active Secret Clearance is Required.
Responsibilities of the Technical Writer include:
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including policies, standard operating procedures, and system guides
• Author and manage technical Orders (TOs / TCTOs), TSIPs, and Installation Plans (I-Plans)
• Review and update existing documentation to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with DoD standards
• Create technical diagrams and visualizations such as network diagrams, data flows, and system architectures
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and program stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure documentation alignment
• Track and manage documentation supporting the ATO (Authority to Operate) process
• Maintain document version control, revisions, and organization within document management systems
• Participate in cybersecurity documentation efforts supporting Zero Trust architecture and initiatives
Required Qualifications for the Technical Writer:
• 2+ years of experience in technical writing within IT or cybersecurity environments
• Experience developing Technical Orders (TOs / TCTOs), TSIPs, or Installation Plans (I-Plans)
• Experience writing technical processes, procedures, and system documentation
• Strong understanding of DoD documentation standards and compliance requirements
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across technical teams
• Active Secret clearance (interim eligible)
Preferred Qualifications:
• Exposure to cybersecurity or Zero Trust environments
• Familiarity with the ATO process or eMASS
• Experience creating technical diagrams and visual documentation
What Makes This Role Unique:
• Support a high-visibility Federal program
• Hands-on involvement with Zero Trust architecture an initiatives
• Opportunity to work in a high-growth cyber program environment
• Collaborative team environment with exposure to engineering and security leadership
• Flexible remote work with occasional on-site engagement opportunities
Compensation for the Technical Writer includes:
• $40.00 - $50.00/hr with full benefits
Keywords:
Technical Writer, Technical Orders, TCTO, TO, TSIP, I-Plan, DoD Documentation, Cybersecurity, Zero Trust, RMF, ATO, eMASS, Document Management, Network Diagrams, System Documentation, Air Force, NGG, Policies, SOPs, Secure Environment
Responsibilities of the Technical Writer include:
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including policies, standard operating procedures, and system guides
• Author and manage technical Orders (TOs / TCTOs), TSIPs, and Installation Plans (I-Plans)
• Review and update existing documentation to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with DoD standards
• Create technical diagrams and visualizations such as network diagrams, data flows, and system architectures
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and program stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure documentation alignment
• Track and manage documentation supporting the ATO (Authority to Operate) process
• Maintain document version control, revisions, and organization within document management systems
• Participate in cybersecurity documentation efforts supporting Zero Trust architecture and initiatives
Required Qualifications for the Technical Writer:
• 2+ years of experience in technical writing within IT or cybersecurity environments
• Experience developing Technical Orders (TOs / TCTOs), TSIPs, or Installation Plans (I-Plans)
• Experience writing technical processes, procedures, and system documentation
• Strong understanding of DoD documentation standards and compliance requirements
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across technical teams
• Active Secret clearance (interim eligible)
Preferred Qualifications:
• Exposure to cybersecurity or Zero Trust environments
• Familiarity with the ATO process or eMASS
• Experience creating technical diagrams and visual documentation
What Makes This Role Unique:
• Support a high-visibility Federal program
• Hands-on involvement with Zero Trust architecture an initiatives
• Opportunity to work in a high-growth cyber program environment
• Collaborative team environment with exposure to engineering and security leadership
• Flexible remote work with occasional on-site engagement opportunities
Compensation for the Technical Writer includes:
• $40.00 - $50.00/hr with full benefits
Keywords:
Technical Writer, Technical Orders, TCTO, TO, TSIP, I-Plan, DoD Documentation, Cybersecurity, Zero Trust, RMF, ATO, eMASS, Document Management, Network Diagrams, System Documentation, Air Force, NGG, Policies, SOPs, Secure Environment
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