Top 84 Technical writers Jobs in La Plata, Md

Technical Writer
Peraton —Washington, DC
- $86,000 - $138,000 a year
- Overtime
- 5 years
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
14d
Technical Writers
Leader Communications Inc —Alexandria, VA
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Research
- Mid-level
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Senior Technical Writer
Govcio LLC —Alexandria, VA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Organizational skills
Technical Editor
Arete Consulting LLC —Washington, DC
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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12d
Technical Writer
MiJoi and Associates —Upper Marlboro, MD
- Mid-level
Technical Writer/Editor
Bowhead —Dahlgren, VA
- $56,000 - $79,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Research
14d
Junior Technical Writer
ACT1 Federal —Dahlgren, VA
- $65,000 - $92,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- In-person
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Technical Writer
PC Construction —Alexandria, VA
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Profit sharing
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Technical Editor
Battelle —Crystal City, VA
- $87,500 - $107,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Office
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Technical Writer – I - Test Planning and Management - PRTR
TRAX International —Dahlgren, VA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- English
Technical Writer, Journeyman (Security Clearance Required)
ICF —Arlington, VA
- $74,090 - $125,954 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- English
- Mid-level
Technical Writer
The Tatitlek Corporation —Dahlgren, VA
- From $29 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Research
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Technical Writer
Dobbs Defense Solutions, LLC —Washington, DC
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
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Operational / Technical Documentation Specialist
JRC Careers —Dahlgren, VA
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
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HUBZone Qualified Candidates – Part-Time Technical Writer
VG Systems —Quantico, VA
- Part-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- SharePoint
- Communication skills
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Technical Writer III
The Tatitlek Corporation —Dahlgren, VA
- $45.53 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
Technical Editor
Invictus International Consulting, LLC —Quantico, VA
- $115,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
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Technical Management Analyst
Systems Planning and Analysis —Alexandria, VA
- $95,000 - $137,500 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Technical Writer/Editor
CSSI, Inc. —Washington, DC
- Hybrid work
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
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Technical Writer – II - Test Planning and Management - PRTR
TRAX International —Dahlgren, VA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Pass drug screening

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Technical Writer

Peraton -
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$86,000 - $138,000 a year
14 days ago

Qualifications

Technical editing
Content project management
Content creation for technical audiences
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation
Technical documentation
Records management
Management reporting
Technical writing quality assurance
Document change management
Technical writing experience within technology
Cross-functional collaboration
Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Standard operating procedures drafting

Full Job Description

Responsibilities

Position Summary

Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer to support cybersecurity and classified program operations within a federal government contracting environment. This role is responsible for developing, editing, managing, and publishing high-quality technical and client-facing documentation in support of mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives and executive-level reporting requirements.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-security environment and possess exceptional writing, collaboration, and organizational skills. This position requires producing classified and unclassified documentation, managing document iterations through final publication, and supporting leadership with time-sensitive deliverables for federal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, edit, and maintain technical documentation supporting cybersecurity operations, classified programs, and enterprise IT initiatives.
Work within a SCIF environment to produce, manage, and publish classified documentation in accordance with federal security protocols and handling procedures.
Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process documentation, executive briefings, technical reports, and customer-facing deliverables.
Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers, analysts, program managers, government stakeholders, and technical teams to gather information and translate complex concepts into clear, concise documentation.
Manage document lifecycle activities including drafting, editing, version control, stakeholder reviews, revisions, approvals, and final publication.
Coordinate multiple concurrent projects while meeting aggressive deadlines and rapid turnaround requirements.
Ensure documentation complies with organizational standards, federal formatting requirements, classification guidelines, and quality assurance processes.
Participate in project meetings, reviews, and working groups to capture requirements and ensure documentation accuracy.
Incorporate feedback from leadership, technical reviewers, and customers to continuously improve deliverables.
Support executive communications and strategic initiatives through the creation of polished, professional written materials.
Maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard sensitive and classified information in accordance with government regulations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
5+ years of experience in technical writing, documentation management, or communications support within a government or highly regulated environment (3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD), 9 years with a HS Diploma
Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, and professional technical and executive-level documentation.
Experience developing SOPs, operational procedures, reports, white papers, and customer-facing deliverables.
Strong understanding of document lifecycle management, editing, version control, and publication processes.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple high-priority deliverables with tight deadlines.
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Active TS/SCI or Q/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting Department of Energy or other federal agencies.
Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts, terminology, and operational environments.
Experience using collaboration and document management platforms such as SharePoint, Confluence, or Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Graphic design or data visualization experience for executive presentations and reports.

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Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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