The Digital Sector at Leidos has an opening for an experienced Technical Writer Lead for the DISA Defense Red Switch Network in support of an enterprise VoIP management system on the GSM-O II contract at Fort Meade, MD. The successful candidate will have a strong technical writing background, responsible for leading a team that documents and translates highly technical information into clear, readable documents for technical and non-technical personnel. The candidate will support the creation of a variety of media including HTML pages created in markdown, complex technical graphics, Technical Implementation Guides (TIGs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and briefing presentations.
Specifically, you will lead the development, writing, editing, and proofreading of technical manuals and provide overall writing support for the team. Additionally, you will be responsible for supporting the support agreement process to include tracking G-Invoicing compliance and monitoring 7600 services. Concurrently, you will manage complex technical documentation, review technical changes, and maintain exceptional communication and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Manage Complex Artifacts: Edit, clarify, and proofread documents written by others. Conduct necessary research to support and extend technical content for high-level technical documentation, such as Technical Implementation Guides (TIGs), System Security Plans, and SOPs.
- Information Architecture: Design the structure and navigation of document repositories and HTML pages so that end-users can easily find critical information.
- Document Management: Be involved in the entire documentation lifecycle—drafting, editing, testing, and deployment—while maintaining revision records in compliance with established development lifecycles. Create standardized document templates, drafting shells, and style guides to streamline input from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
- Quality Assurance & Editing: Edit, clarify, and proofread team artifacts to enforce strict quality standards, ensure proper technical terminology, and maintain consistency across all produced documents.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with systems engineers and subject matter experts (SMEs) to validate technical content, and design standardized document templates and shells to streamline their inputs. Work on simultaneous complex and competing documentation projects involving other team members and key stakeholders across the organization
- Leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI): Harness generative AI technologies to boost team throughput and rapidly develop documentation templates and initial drafts under compressed schedules.
- Monitor Interagency Agreements (IAAs) and Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs), ensuring all government contract support and 7600 services (Form 7600A/B) are accurately tracked within G-Invoicing.
Basic Qualifications:
- Active DoW SECRET Clearance
- Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or master’s with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience, or equivalent work experience. Additional experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree
- 8+ years of experience writing technical documentation for technical and non-technical audiences
- Advanced skills using MS Office Suite and editing in markdown language
- Technical editing experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) technical and reference documents
- Experience in creating technical documentation (vs. editing) with input from software engineers, systems engineers, and network engineers
- Proven experience creating technical diagrams and specifications using Visio
- Experience writing in a structured authoring environment
- Ability to translate technical and complex information and requirements into user-friendly technical documentation
- Ability to learn new technical information quickly to convey concepts targeted to the audience
- Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment
- Provide weekly status updates used to develop productivity metrics. Assist in developing charts and presentations
- Demonstrated ability to work without appreciable direction, modulating schedule to meet and exceed schedule targets
- Demonstrated direct experience developing and implementing large-scale technical changes on compressed schedule deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
- TS/SCI or SCI eligibility clearance
- Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
- Experience with Configuration Management documentation
- General knowledge of IT Security principles with attention to detail in identifying areas of risk
- Understanding of network management
- Experience developing and testing written procedures in a lab environment
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Original Posting:August 6, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- Active DoW SECRET Clearance
- Bachelor's degree (or master's/equivalent experience) with 8-12 years relevant experience (or equivalent)
- 8+ years writing technical documentation for technical and non-technical audiences
- Advanced skills using MS Office Suite
- Editing in markdown language
- Technical editing experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) technical and reference documents
- Experience creating technical documentation with input from software, systems, and network engineers
- Proven experience creating technical diagrams and specifications using Visio
- Experience writing in a structured authoring environment
- Ability to translate complex technical information into user-friendly documentation
- Ability to learn new technical information quickly
- Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment
- Provide weekly status updates and assist in developing productivity metrics, charts, and presentations
- Demonstrated ability to work without appreciable direction and meet schedule targets
- Demonstrated direct experience developing and implementing large-scale technical changes on compressed schedules
- TS/SCI or SCI eligibility (preferred)
- Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
- Experience with Configuration Management documentation
- General knowledge of IT security principles and risk identification
- Understanding of network management
- Experience developing and testing written procedures in a lab environment
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
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