Documentation Specialist — Technical Writing

Job overview

The Documentation Specialist — Technical Writing role is hybrid in Fort Meade, MD, with on-site work at Fort Meade as required. Compensation is $95,000–$115,000 per year. Virtual Technologies Group provides managed services, cybersecurity, and IT consulting to customers across industries. The specialist creates and maintains clear technical documentation for software development teams and supports project coordination and compliance documentation. The work helps engineering teams and stakeholders keep project materials accurate, organized, and aligned with milestones and required standards.

What you'll do

• Draft, edit, and maintain system manuals, standard operating procedures, and user guides
• coordinate documentation with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to align with project milestones and Agile sprints
• assist with Assessment and Authorization and Information Assurance compliance packages
• review documents for clarity, consistency, grammar, and agency formatting
• maintain documentation repositories and version control.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

documentation specialist

technical writing

software documentation

system manuals

standard operating procedures

a&a compliance

information assurance

fort meade md

virtual technologies group

$95,000–$115,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and FSA
• life and short- and long-term disability insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer match.

Why this role

Requires an active DoD Secret clearance, Maryland residency with ability to commute to Fort Meade, and 3+ years of relevant experience. Travel is listed at 10%; A&A or IA documentation experience and PMP or Agile/Scrum certification are preferred.

About the employer

Virtual Technologies Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.