Technical Writer – Research Security Program

The Technical Writer will support the NOAA Research Security Program by developing, editing, and maintaining clear, accurate, and compliant documentation in alignment with federal standards. This role will be responsible for producing deliverables such as policies, SOPs, training materials, incident response documentation, and compliance reports, ensuring consistency with NSPM-33, NIST, and related federal research security guidelines.

Draft, edit, and format policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in support of the Research Security Program. Translate technical and security requirements (cybersecurity, export control, compliance, risk management) into clear, user-friendly documents. Prepare deliverables including assessment reports, training materials, compliance reports, risk registers, and incident response documentation.

Create templates and standardized disclosure forms in accordance with NSPM-33 requirements. Develop user-friendly reference guides and training aids for federal employees, contractors, and researchers. Ensure all documents adhere to federal style, Section 508 accessibility standards, and NOAA’s documentation guidelines.

Collaborate with program managers, analysts, cybersecurity specialists, and trainers to capture technical input and convert it into polished documentation. Maintain version control and manage document updates during review cycles. Support preparation of presentation materials (PowerPoint, briefing de