Sr. Technical Writer, Cloud Consultant

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UltraViolet Cyber is a leading platform-enabled unified security operations company providing a comprehensive suite of security operations solutions. Founded and operated by security practitioners with decades of experience, the UltraViolet Cyber security-as-code platform combines technology innovation and human expertise to make advanced real-time cybersecurity accessible for all organizations by eliminating risks of separate red and blue teams.

By creating continuously optimized identification, detection, and resilience from today’s dynamic threat landscape, UltraViolet Cyber provides both managed and custom-tailored unified security operations solutions to the Fortune 500, Federal Government, and Commercial clients. UltraViolet Cyber is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with global offices across the U.S. and in India. 

UltraViolet Cyber is seeking a talented Sr. Technical Writer, Cloud Consultant to join our Product Technology team.  As a Senior Technical Writer and Cloud Consultant, you will serve as a subject matter expert in cloud technologies while also being responsible for producing clear and comprehensive technical documentation, utilizing strong technical writing skills. 

This dual-role position requires a deep understanding of cloud architecture, hands-on experience with cloud platforms, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner. 

The role will support a federal agency and require US citizenship and a Federal background investigation.

Hybrid Schedule, Partial Telework: This position requires 3 days per week in Arlington, VA.

No third-party candidates will be considered.

• Cloud Consulting:
• Cloud Strategy: Collaborate with clients or internal teams to develop cloud strategies aligned with business goals and objectives.
• Development & Architecture: Cloud SME utilizing hands-on experience in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) to craft detailed technical documentation.
• Technical Writing:
• Documentation Creation: Produce clear, accurate, and well-structured technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, guides, best practices, and standard operating procedures.
• User Guides: Develop user-friendly guides and manuals for cloud-based products and services, targeting both technical and non-technical audiences.
• API Documentation: Create detailed high-quality conceptual and API reference documentation in XML, Markdown, and reStructured Text for developers, ensuring it is comprehensive and easy to understand.
• Version Control: Maintain and update documentation as cloud technologies evolve, utilizing version control systems and documentation tools.
• Content Review: Review and edit documentation created by others for consistency, clarity, and accuracy.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Technical Writing, Data Science, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 5+ years of experience producing technical documentation for a technical audience
• Proven experience as a Cloud Consultant, with hands-on experience in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, best practices, and cloud security.
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills, with a portfolio showcasing cloud-related documentation.
• Proficiency in documentation tools (e.g., Markdown, Asciidoc) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• 5 years of experience with computer networking technologies (e.g., DNS, routers, the BGP routing protocol, firewalls and firewall rules including iptables, Virtual Private Networks and cloud-based services, and load balancers and proxies)
• Experience with HTML or markdown, and experience in a Unix environment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

• Strong technical communication skills.
• Ability to work with network, system, and security engineers to articulate technical terms, so it is understandable to a general layperson. 
• Understanding of technical terms, both pertaining to networking and cybersecurity. 

• 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
• Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness
• Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually

$85,000 - $105,000 a year

We sincerely thank all applicants in advance for submitting their interest in this position. We know your time is valuable.

UltraViolet Cyber welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. 

If you want to make an impact, UltraViolet Cyber is the place for you!