Senior Technical Writer

Job Title: Senior Technical Writer

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Status: Remote

Employment Type: Full-Time

Clearance Level: Secret

Education: Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a plus.

Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure, Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) with company match, Generous PTO and remote work options.

Application: apply here, or on our Careers Page @ Careers - Metronome (wearemetronome.com), email your resume to r.derring@wearemetronome.com

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Technical Writer to support various DoD initiatives, focusing on systems documentation and procedures related to cloud technologies, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, IT operations, and software engineering. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background and be able to clearly articulate complex systems and processes in documentation that meets the highest security, compliance, and operational standards.

• Senior: 10+ years of experience with deep knowledge of cloud systems, DevSecOps, and compliance-driven documentation.
• Advanced Kubernetes: Understanding of container orchestration, microservices, and cloud-native technologies.

• Cloud Technologies: Proficient in cloud infrastructure services such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and cloud security practices.
• Cybersecurity: Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, secure coding practices, and risk mitigation strategies in a government or defense context.
• DevSecOps: Experience working within a DevSecOps environment to ensure secure and compliant software development practices.
• IT Operations & System Administration: Strong grasp of IT operational workflows, system administration, and automation practices.
• Microsoft Office: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, for creating technical documents and reports.
• Knowledge of Compliant Operating Systems (e.g., Linux, Windows) and security protections within DoD environments.
• Familiarity with security frameworks, such as NIST 800-53, FISMA, and other DoD-specific compliance requirements.
• Ability to work with highly sensitive data while maintaining strict confidentiality and adhering to security protocols.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor language for different audiences (e.g., technical teams, non-technical stakeholders, and executive leadership).
• Experience in diagramming and illustrating complex technical systems (e.g., using tools such as Visio or Lucidchart).
• Ability to manage multiple documentation projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in agile development environments is a plus
• Writes, updates and/or edits technical documents for business proposals, reports, user manuals, briefings and presentations, functional descriptions, system
  specifications, guidelines, special reports, and other project deliverables to meet requirements.
• Develop outlines and drafts for review and approval by technical specialists and project management ensuring that final documents meet applicable requirements and
  regulations.
• Research and gather technical and background information for inclusion in project documentation and deliverables.