Our client is a highly regarded Federal Government intelligence and cyber security organisation responsible for protecting Australia's national interests through the delivery of critical cyber security, intelligence and information services.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, mission-focused environment where your work will have genuine impact and reach a diverse range of technical and non-technical audiences.
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Technical Writer / Content Designers to support the development and delivery of high-quality technical publications and digital content.
Working closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders, you will be responsible for researching, creating, reviewing and publishing content that translates complex technical information into clear, accessible and user-focused material. Content may include technical publications, web content, educational resources, awareness materials and other digital communications.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting content development through research, scoping, consultation, review and publication activities.
- Producing technically accurate and audience-appropriate content and guidance.
- Creating and publishing content across a variety of channels and platforms.
- Working with stakeholders to gather requirements, validate technical information and promote content initiatives.
- Ensuring content aligns with organisational objectives, accessibility requirements and user needs.
- Contributing to content governance, quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Demonstrated experience in technical writing, content design, content editing and publishing.
- Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical information for diverse audiences.
- Strong research and analytical capabilities.
- Experience working with content management systems, publishing tools and digital content channels.
- An understanding of user-centred design principles and user experience best practices.
- The ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and work effectively with technical subject matter experts.
- Experience measuring content performance and using insights to improve content outcomes.
- A proactive, collaborative approach and exceptional attention to detail.
Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month extensions
Experience Level: APS6 Equivalent
Security Requirements: Candidates must hold an active Negative Vetting 2 (NV2) OR Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Security Clearance on submission. Our client is not looking to upgrade an existing clearance for this position. An OSA(Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 31 July 2026.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
