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We are looking for talented individuals with a wide range of skills in computer science and technical writing. The selected candidate will be responsible for creating, writing, designing and maintaining Wazuh’s user documentation, whitepapers, and technical datasheet, among other things.
Content Team
The content team is behind the creation of content that helps the community understand how Wazuh works, making it accessible for new users and thorough for experienced ones. Its work includes maintenance, enhancement, and updates of the documentation website.
- Remote
Job description
Your role in Wazuh
- Design and document Wazuh and all its related components.
- Respond to and, when appropriate, resolve or escalate questions about our documentation.
- Collaborate with the entire Wazuh organization to deliver the best solution and drive feature innovation.
- Get user input, identify user needs, requirements and business drivers.
- Actively participate in the Wazuh community as an expert on the solution.
What you bring along
Cybersecurity & SIEM/XDR Fundamentals
- Hands-on understanding of SIEM and XDR architecture.
- Solid grasp of threat detection, incident response, log analysis, vulnerability management, and system hardening.
- Working knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and at least one compliance framework (PCI DSS, HIPAA, NIST 800-53, GDPR, ISO 27001).
Systems Administration
- Proficiency with the Linux terminal (Bash) and basic Windows administration.
- Experience deploying services with Docker on at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Integrations & Scripting
- Ability to read and interpret Python, Bash, JSON, and XML; basic regular expressions.
- Clear understanding of REST APIs and webhooks (e.g., Wazuh integrations with Slack, Jira, VirusTotal, Shuffle).
Hands-On Lab Deployment
- Ability to deploy and configure Wazuh test environments (Server, Indexer, Dashboard, and Linux/Windows agents), locally or in the cloud, to validate use cases before writing about them.
Content & Communication
- Technical translation: turning architecture, detection rules, and abstract concepts into clear tutorials and thought leadership.
- Editorial rigor: ability to independently validate the technical accuracy of marketing content.
- Technical B2B SEO: understanding search intent behind security keywords (e.g., “how to detect ransomware with SIEM”).
- Docs-as-code workflow: Markdown, Git.
- English: C1/C2 or native.
Bonus skills
- Kubernetes and multi-cloud experience.
- Familiarity with multiple compliance frameworks, CIS Benchmarks, and Sigma rules.
- Experience with OpenSearch/Elasticsearch queries and dashboards.
- SEO tools (Google Search Console, Semrush, Ahrefs).
Ideal Candidate Profile
Former SOC Analyst, Support Engineer, or SysAdmin who transitioned into content creation, or a Technical Writer with strong hands-on IT security experience.
We offer
- 100% remote.
- Competitive salary.
- Home office budget.
- A forward-moving career path with professional growth opportunities.
- Collaboration and development with some of the leading international IT companies.
- Positive, supportive and collaborative work environment.
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Bash scripting
- Customer-first mindset
- Git
- Good research skills
- Linux
- Pro-active
- Software Engineering
- Talent in showing ideas graphically
- Team player
We are looking for talented individuals with a wide range of skills in computer science and technical writing. The selected candidate will be responsible for creating, writing, designing and maintaining Wazuh’s user documentation, whitepapers, and technical datasheet, among other things.
Content Team
The content team is behind the creation of content that helps the community understand how Wazuh works, making it accessible for new users and thorough for experienced ones. Its work includes maintenance, enhancement, and updates of the documentation website.
- Remote
Job description
Your role in Wazuh
- Design and document Wazuh and all its related components.
- Respond to and, when appropriate, resolve or escalate questions about our documentation.
- Collaborate with the entire Wazuh organization to deliver the best solution and drive feature innovation.
- Get user input, identify user needs, requirements and business drivers.
- Actively participate in the Wazuh community as an expert on the solution.
What you bring along
Cybersecurity & SIEM/XDR Fundamentals
- Hands-on understanding of SIEM and XDR architecture.
- Solid grasp of threat detection, incident response, log analysis, vulnerability management, and system hardening.
- Working knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and at least one compliance framework (PCI DSS, HIPAA, NIST 800-53, GDPR, ISO 27001).
Systems Administration
- Proficiency with the Linux terminal (Bash) and basic Windows administration.
- Experience deploying services with Docker on at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Integrations & Scripting
- Ability to read and interpret Python, Bash, JSON, and XML; basic regular expressions.
- Clear understanding of REST APIs and webhooks (e.g., Wazuh integrations with Slack, Jira, VirusTotal, Shuffle).
Hands-On Lab Deployment
- Ability to deploy and configure Wazuh test environments (Server, Indexer, Dashboard, and Linux/Windows agents), locally or in the cloud, to validate use cases before writing about them.
Content & Communication
- Technical translation: turning architecture, detection rules, and abstract concepts into clear tutorials and thought leadership.
- Editorial rigor: ability to independently validate the technical accuracy of marketing content.
- Technical B2B SEO: understanding search intent behind security keywords (e.g., “how to detect ransomware with SIEM”).
- Docs-as-code workflow: Markdown, Git.
- English: C1/C2 or native.
Bonus skills
- Kubernetes and multi-cloud experience.
- Familiarity with multiple compliance frameworks, CIS Benchmarks, and Sigma rules.
- Experience with OpenSearch/Elasticsearch queries and dashboards.
- SEO tools (Google Search Console, Semrush, Ahrefs).
Ideal Candidate Profile
Former SOC Analyst, Support Engineer, or SysAdmin who transitioned into content creation, or a Technical Writer with strong hands-on IT security experience.
We offer
- 100% remote.
- Competitive salary.
- Home office budget.
- A forward-moving career path with professional growth opportunities.
- Collaboration and development with some of the leading international IT companies.
- Positive, supportive and collaborative work environment.
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Bash scripting
- Customer-first mindset
- Git
- Good research skills
- Linux
- Pro-active
- Software Engineering
- Talent in showing ideas graphically
- Team player
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Science & Research
- Banking & Financial Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote head writer jobs.
- Five or more years of professional writing experience with at least two years in a lead or supervisory role
- Demonstrated ability to manage and develop a team of writers across multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong command of brand voice guidelines and experience enforcing style consistency across a content operation
- Proficiency with content management systems and editorial workflow tools such as Asana, Jira, or similar platforms
- Experience writing and editing across multiple formats including long-form, scripts, social copy, and digital content
- Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, creative writing, or a closely related field
Tips for Your Remote Head Writer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote head writer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your editorial background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show async leadership in your portfolio
Remote employers want proof you can direct writers without real-time oversight. Include work samples that reflect a consistent editorial voice across multiple contributors, and note any style guides or editorial frameworks you built for distributed teams.
Lead your outreach with editorial results
When you apply, open with the measurable outcomes your editorial leadership produced, such as content volume scaled, audience growth, or quality improvements. Remote hiring managers read applications without meeting you first, so your written pitch carries the full weight of the first impression.
Prepare for a written remote interview round
Many remote employers add a written brief or editorial assessment before the video interview stage. Practice articulating creative direction, feedback, and content strategy decisions in clear written form, since that mirrors how you'll actually communicate in the role.
Remote Head Writer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote head writer job?
Remote head writer roles go to candidates who can demonstrate leadership, creative vision, and reliable self-direction without an office environment. Remote employers screen for strong asynchronous written communication, the ability to manage and develop writers independently, and a portfolio showing consistent editorial voice across multiple projects. Experience with remote collaboration tools like Slack, Notion, or Google Docs, and evidence of hitting deadlines without close supervision, gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote head writers?
Companies hiring remote head writers right now include Veristat, Valnet, and CBR, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first content studios, distributed SaaS companies, and media organizations with global teams are the most active employers of remote head writers.
Can you get a remote head writer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level head writer roles are limited because employers expect you to lead and develop other writers independently from day one. Your strongest path in is building a portfolio of published work that shows editorial range, contributing to remote content teams in a staff writer capacity first, and demonstrating that you can manage feedback and deadlines entirely in writing. Smaller remote-first startups and content agencies are most open to candidates making this move early.
Do you need a degree for remote head writer jobs?
Not always. Remote employers weigh a strong portfolio, demonstrated editorial leadership, and the ability to develop other writers far more heavily than a specific degree. A degree in journalism, English, or communications can help you past initial screening, but published work, a clear editorial voice, and examples of leading creative teams consistently matter more in remote hiring decisions.
Which industries hire the most remote head writers?
Remote head writer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Science & Research, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed content teams that need a single editorial voice to maintain quality and consistency across writers working in different locations.
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