Peraton is seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Systems Engineer II to serve in a Technical Writer capacity supporting a complex, multi-cloud environment. In this hybrid role, the selected candidate will leverage both systems engineering expertise and strong technical communication skills to develop new documentation artifacts, maintain existing documentation, and ensure the accuracy and consistency of technical content across the program.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with a variety of documentation tools, configuration management practices, and collaborative platforms to deliver clear, accurate, and accessible information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Documentation Generation
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Utilize Agency-approved tools to generate technical documentation efficiently and accurately. Tools may include, but are not limited to, the Atlassian suite of products, Microsoft Office applications, and GitLab.
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Review, edit, and validate documentation to ensure technical accuracy, clarity, consistency, and overall quality prior to publication and distribution.
Configuration Management & Document Control
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Consolidate documentation from multiple repositories, web pages, and locations into a single authoritative baseline.
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Develop and maintain documentation required to achieve and sustain compliance with Agency policies and standards.
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Collaborate closely with TTO-11 developers to gain an understanding of products, processes, and system architectures, ensuring documentation accurately reflects the current and evolving system posture.
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Maintain document currency and consistency across all publication environments while ensuring proper synchronization, version control, and configuration management.
Security & Compliance Documentation
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Create, update, and maintain System Security Plan (SSP) documentation in accordance with applicable frameworks, compliance requirements, and program standards.
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Ensure security documentation accurately reflects system configurations, implemented controls, and operational procedures.
Technical Documentation & Diagrams
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Develop and maintain user guides, standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation, technical reference materials, and knowledge base articles.
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Design and update system diagrams, workflows, and visual aids using Microsoft Visio or equivalent diagramming tools.
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Produce professional-quality deliverables utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other Office applications.
Collaboration & Knowledge Management
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Utilize Atlassian Jira to manage documentation tasks, track work items, and coordinate efforts across cross-functional teams.
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Capture, organize, maintain, and publish team knowledge within Atlassian Confluence, ensuring documentation is structured for ease of use, discoverability, and long-term sustainment.
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