Job Description
Technical Author (Copy Editor / Proofreader)
Department: Cyber Services and Capabilities
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: GBR London
Reporting To: Simon Harraghy
We are seeking a Technical Author to ensure the quality, clarity, and accuracy of the reports we deliver after testing our clients’ information security.
This role is ideal for pentesters looking to step away from hands on testing and who have a keen eye for writing reports; or skilled proof-readers and copy editors with a keen interest (or experience) in cyber security. Previous similar experience may be helpful, although the style of our technical reports differs considerably from help manuals and similar software documentation.
Key Responsibilities
NCC Group’s technical reports cover the full suite of information security testing required by a modern business. Reports can cover projects such as web application assessments, host and device build reviews and penetration testing.
Responsible for quality assurance of the technical reports delivered to NCC Group’s clients
- Consistency and technical accuracy of these reports
- Copy editing reports – ability to supply alternative / improved content; for example, summarising business risk from technical findings
- Proofreading; a high level of attention to detail and confidence with respect to spelling, punctuation and grammar
- Ability to translate cyber security and other technical concepts into clear, concise language easily understood by the intelligent, non-technical reader
- Creation and maintenance of library content used to assemble reports
- Proactive and ongoing reviews of any material which is consumed by clients
- Able to engage with the management team
- Able to engage with other departments within NCC Group such as Sales, HR, Project Management
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Strong attention to detail in spelling, grammar, and structure
- Ability to translate technical details for a non-technical audience
- Self-motivated with an interest in cyber security and risk management
- Familiarity with in-house reporting tools and technical libraries
- Relevant industry certifications will undoubtedly aid your application (CISSP preferred)
Benefits
We have a high-performance culture which is balanced evenly with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits:
- Flexible Working: Balance your work and personal life with our flexible working options.
- Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
- Medicash & Critical Illness Scheme
- Financial & Investment Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our Pension, Life Assurance, and Share Save Scheme.
- Community & Volunteering Programmes: Make a difference in your community with our volunteering opportunities.
- Green Car Scheme: Drive green and save money with our eco-friendly car scheme.
- Cycle Scheme: Stay fit and healthy with our cycle-to-work scheme.
- Special Time Off: Take time off for those big moments in life, like getting married/entering into a civil partnership, becoming a grandparent, and welcoming home a new pet.
- Family Planning: Benefit from our generous maternity and paternity leave, as well as time off and support for those undergoing fertility treatments.
