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With expertise in electronic warfare systems, critical infrastructure protection, and product R&D, KBR delivers cutting-edge innovations to meet mission-critical needs. Backed by a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR collaborates closely with customers to develop secure, effective, and forward-thinking solutions.\nJob Summary:\nKBR is seeking to hire a Senior Technical Writer to support a U.S. Government customer located at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) located in Washington, DC.\nRoles and Responsibilities:\nResearch, organize, write, edit, and produce technical documentation for complex publication projects.\nEnsure technical documents are accurate, complete, and compliant with editorial, customer, and government specifications.\nMaintain documentation standards for quality, formatting, style, graphics, and content coverage.\nDevelop, review, and enforce documentation processes, style guides, and publishing standards.\nAnalyze and resolve complex technical documentation challenges using established methodologies and best practices.\nWork independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple documentation priorities and deadlines.\nCollaborate with technical subject matter experts to gather, validate, and communicate technical information.\nServe as a technical writing resource and mentor to junior team members, providing guidance and knowledge sharing.\nReview and edit documents to ensure consistency, clarity, accuracy, and adherence to organizational standards.\nDrive continuous improvement of documentation quality, usability, and publication processes.\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in technical discipline or related field and a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience.\nDemonstrated experience analyzing and interpreting Navy policies, NAVADMINs, OPNAV instructions, and security directives to develop compliant organizational policies and procedures.\nWorking knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), including development of System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and supporting cybersecurity documentation.\nExperience authoring standard operating procedures (SOPs), incident response procedures, playbooks, and technical documentation for diverse audiences.\nStrong ability to collaborate with technical subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather, document, and translate complex technical information into clear, actionable guidance.\nProven technical writing and editing skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts in a concise and easily understood manner.\nExperience developing policy, governance, compliance, or cybersecurity documentation within a DoD, Navy, or federal government environment.\nExcellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with strong attention to detail.\nAbility to produce executive-level written communications using the Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF) format and other professional government writing standards.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred, combination of Technical Communications with Cybersecurity, IT, or Systems Engineering\nExperience with the Department of the Navy hierarchy.\nExperience supporting Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), Department of the Navy, or other DoD organizations.\nFamiliarity with OPNAVINST 5239.1D and related Navy cybersecurity and information assurance directives.\nExperience supporting cybersecurity compliance, assessment, authorization, or audit activities.\nKnowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices (NIST, RMF, DoD Cyber Workforce guidance).\nMust be a U.S. Citizen. No clearance required to start but candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.\nWork Location: Onsite at NRL office in Washington, DC.\nCompensation: $93,265.00 - $139,840.00. The salary range posted is for Washington, DC. The offered rate will be based on contract affordability, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, and in consideration of internal parity.\nAdditional Compensation:\nKBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.\nBenefits:\nKBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.\nBelong, Connect and Grow at KBR\nAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.\nKBR is an equal opportunity employer. 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