Technical Writer
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Technical Writer to join our team! In this role you will get to you will collaborate with Systems Engineers, Software Engineers, and Intelligence Analysts supporting Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO). You will play a critical role in documenting end-to-end cyber vulnerability assessments of weapons and space systems, translating complex engineering and cybersecurity findings into clear, accurate, and actionable technical documentation.
This position supports the development, review, and maintenance of technical reports, engineering documentation, project artifacts, and mitigation recommendations that help protect critical mission systems against evolving cyber threats.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Transforming complex engineering analyses and cybersecurity assessment results into high-quality, actionable technical products.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Supporting consistent documentation practices.
- Improving the delivery of assessment findings.
- Enable Government stakeholders to make informed decisions that strengthen the cybersecurity and resilience of critical mission systems
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field and at least four years of technical writing experience, or a high school diploma and at least six years of technical writing experience supporting Systems Engineering teams.
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
- Proficiency with the latest versions of Microsoft Office or equivalent productivity tools.
- Demonstrated ability to capture, organize, and maintain accurate project records, including meeting notes, technical discussions, project updates, and supporting documentation.
- Experience supporting Systems Engineering processes, engineering documentation, and project delivery lifecycles.
- Ability to analyze, synthesize, and translate complex technical and engineering information into clear, concise documentation for technical teams, project leadership, and Government stakeholders.
- Experience collaborating with engineering leads, project managers, and cross-functional teams to develop, review, edit, and maintain technical documentation.
- Ability to establish and maintain organized documentation repositories, version control practices, and historical project records to support traceability and information management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience supporting requirements definition, technical reviews, and collaborative working sessions.
- Ability to read, interpret, and incorporate information from Systems Engineering drawings, technical specifications, and related engineering artifacts.
- Experience entering, organizing, and maintaining technical studies, metadata, and other project information in relational databases.
- Experience publishing and maintaining web-based content using commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) web-authoring tools and incorporating graphics into technical documents using standard software applications.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Experience developing, editing, and reviewing cybersecurity vulnerability assessment reports and technical mitigation recommendations.
- Background in cybersecurity, cyber threat analysis, or Defensive Cyber Operations.
- Experience supporting documentation and engineering activities for complex weapons systems, space systems, or other mission-critical platforms.
- Familiarity with Systems Engineering processes, cybersecurity assessments, and technical reporting for DoD or Intelligence Community customers.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $49.76 - $87.07We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
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Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
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Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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