Senior Cyber Security Technical Writer

About the role

A federal government contract is looking for experienced Senior Technical Writers / Solution Design Managers to support a major cyber security uplift and ICT transformation program in a large, complex government environment. The role works with architects, engineers, project managers, security specialists and business stakeholders to develop and maintain cyber security, technical and governance documentation that supports accreditation, assurance and operational outcomes. It is based in Canberra with hybrid working.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and accreditation artefacts.
• Produce solution design documentation, architecture descriptions, implementation guides and standard operating procedures.
• Translate complex ICT and cyber security concepts into business-friendly documentation.
• Support security accreditation, governance, audit and assurance activities.
• Gather requirements and document solution outcomes with technical and business stakeholders.
• Maintain document repositories and version control processes.
• Prepare evidence packs, compliance documentation and governance reports.
• Facilitate documentation reviews and incorporate stakeholder feedback.
• Create guidance and reference materials to support knowledge transfer and capability uplift.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience producing cyber security and ICT documentation in large, complex enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, governance frameworks and risk management.
• Experience developing security accreditation documentation and technical design artefacts.
• Excellent written communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to a wide range of audiences.
• Proven experience across multiple projects and managing competing priorities.
• Australian citizenship and a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance.

Required skills

• System Security Plans (SSPs) and Security Risk Assessments (SRAs)
• Security accreditation documentation and technical and solution design documentation
• Enterprise architecture documentation and requirements management
• Governance and compliance reporting
• REST APIs, JSON and integration technologies
• CI/CD and DevSecOps environments
• Documentation management and version control
• Microsoft Office and collaboration platforms

What we offer

• Initial 12-month contract with extension options up to 24 additional months.
• Multiple locations across ACT, NSW, VIC, QLD and SA.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Exposure to high-profile cyber security and digital transformation initiatives and senior stakeholders.