Technical Editor -Cyber/IT Environment

Agile Defense, LLC
United States, Arizona, Fort Huachuca
Feb 02, 2026
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests. Requisition #: 1397 Job Title: Technical Editor - Cyber/IT Environment Employment Type: Regular Work Schedule: Full-Time, 40hr/week Location: Fort Huachuca, Arizona Clearance Level: Secret Clearance Job Summary: The Technical Editor is responsible for reviewing, refining, and ensuring the accuracy and clarity of technical documentation related to IT systems, software, and processes. This role involves editing content for consistency, compliance, and readability while collaborating with engineers, and subject matter experts. The Technical Editor ensures all documentation meets organizational standards and supports IT operations, maintenance, and compliance requirements. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES * Editing & Quality Control: o Review and edit technical documents, including system manuals, user guides, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical specifications. o Ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to organizational and industry standards. o Correct grammar, formatting, and technical terminology for consistency across all documents. * Content Management: o Maintain version control and ensure proper document lifecycle management. o Verify compliance with IT security and regulatory standards (e.g., NIST, DoD, ISO). o Prepare documents for publication and distribution in digital and print formats. * Collaboration: o Work closely with IT teams, developers, and project managers to clarify technical details. o Coordinate with technical writers and subject matter experts to resolve discrepancies and improve content quality. * Continuous Improvement: o Develop and enforce editorial guidelines and templates for IT documentation. o Identify gaps in existing documentation and recommend updates or new content. QUALIFICATIONS * Education: Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Information Technology, or related field. * Security Clearance: SECRET * Experience: o 3+ years of experience in technical editing or writing within an IT environment. o Familiarity with IT systems, networking, cybersecurity, and software development terminology. * Skills: o Strong editorial and proofreading skills with attention to detail. o Proficiency in documentation tools (e.g., Confluence, SharePoint, Adobe FrameMaker, MS Office). o Ability to interpret complex technical information and present it clearly. Additional Competencies: * Knowledge of IT compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ITIL, DoD standards). * Familiarity with content management systems and version control tools (e.g., Git). * Strong organizational and communication skills. WORK ENVIRONMENT * Working conditions are normal for an office environment. * Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment. Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are. We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section. Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do. Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated. Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support. Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task. Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges. Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Apply for this job