Our client is a specialist cyber security and secure systems consultancy delivering high‑assurance capabilities to government and regulated sectors. They support complex system build programs, uplift activities, and accreditation pathways, working closely with architects, engineers, and security specialists to deliver high‑quality, compliant outcomes. Their teams operate in environments requiring precision, governance alignment, and strong security discipline.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced NV1‑cleared Technical Writer to join a secure system build project in Canberra. In this role, you will develop comprehensive technical, security, and accreditation documentation that supports the full system lifecycle — from design through to implementation, audit/assurance, and operational transition.
This position is offered as an initial 6‑month contract with extensions, with the option to consider a permanent engagement for the right candidate.
Role Responsibilities
- Develop, review, and maintain technical documentation including:
- system design documents
- configuration guides
- SOPs and user manuals
- security and accreditation artefacts
- Ensure documentation aligns with governance, compliance, and accreditation frameworks.
- Translate complex technical information into clear, structured, user‑friendly content.
- Work closely with architects, engineers, cyber security specialists, and project managers to source and validate technical information.
- Maintain version control, templates, and documentation repositories.
- Support audit and assurance activities by ensuring documentation accuracy and traceability.
- Contribute to knowledge transfer and operational handover materials.
- Relevant qualifications in Technical Writing, IT, Communications, or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated experience producing documentation within secure systems, ICT, or high‑assurance environments.
- Strong understanding of governance, compliance, or accreditation documentation requirements.
- Experience using Visio to document systems, workflows, and architectures.
- Excellent written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
- Experience in Government, Defence, or critical infrastructure environments highly desirable.
- Ability to work on‑site in Canberra in a collaborative, technical environment.
- A long‑term, secure engagement with extension and permanent options.
- Opportunity to contribute to a high‑assurance system build project with real operational impact.
- Work within a specialist team committed to best‑practice cyber security and governance.
- Professional growth and visibility within a high‑profile secure systems environment.
To be eligible for this role, you must hold a current NV2 security clearance or higher. Only Australian citizens with an active clearance can be considered.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. To complete your application, please provide a supporting statement outlining your skills, experience, and capability against the position description.
We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
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