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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Knowledge Manager

Full-TimeDeadline 2/13/27
$150k - $155k
Senior
Washington, DC, USA
In Person
IT OperationsEnterprise Applications
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience working with Microsoft SharePoint.
  • Ability to work individually and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities and delivering results in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite and expertise conducting data and statistical manipulation.
  • Proficiency with Power Platform tools, including Power Automate and Power Apps, JSON, HTML, CSS, and REST API.
  • Experience with SharePoint Designer.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing knowledge management frameworks, metadata and taxonomy models, and governance strategies.
  • Current active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Current CI Poly recognized by DIA or ability to obtain it during onboarding.
Responsibilities
  • Reports directly to the Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager.
  • Works individually and as part of a team.
  • Manages, maintains, and secures the SharePoint 2019 environment to ensure high availability, compliance, and optimized performance across classified systems.
  • Designs and sustains SharePoint sites, templates, and content aligned with agency branding and knowledge management standards to meet evolving mission needs.
  • Provides technical support, troubleshoots issues, and documents resolutions.
  • Designs, configures, and customizes SharePoint solutions using Power Automate, Power Apps, SharePoint Designer, JSON schema, and REST API integrations.
  • Applies HTML5 and CSS3 to personalize SharePoint interfaces, optimizing site performance and visual consistency.
  • Supports DIA data modernization by improving data processing, information control, and real-time data access through SharePoint, collaboration portals, and internal databases.
  • Collaborates with mission experts and government leadership to plan, develop, and prioritize capabilities aligned with DIA, DoD, and Intelligence Community mission objectives.
  • Develops and executes enterprise knowledge management strategies to standardize knowledge creation, sharing, and reuse across DIA while ensuring quality, integration, and compliance.
  • Implements metadata, taxonomy, and governance models that enable efficient knowledge capture, retrieval, and reuse across project teams.
  • Applies data analytics to measure impact, identify efficiencies, and inform strategic and resource planning decisions.
  • Monitors site analytics and user engagement to assess adoption trends and recommend improvements.
  • Introduces agency best practices and new knowledge management frameworks to strengthen collaboration and operational transparency.
  • Enforces SharePoint governance policies, access control, and best practices in accordance with DoD and Intelligence Community data-handling guidelines.
  • Maintains audit trails, change logs, and version histories to ensure compliance with federal record-keeping requirements.
  • Automates processes with SharePoint and Microsoft 365 to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and enhance knowledge management.
  • Conducts user training and creates reference materials to improve adoption and effective use of SharePoint for collaboration and document management.
  • Evaluates new Microsoft 365 features, SharePoint capabilities, and knowledge management technologies for potential implementation.
  • Partners with government customers and technical teams to define SharePoint requirements and deliver mission-aligned solutions.
  • Supports cross-functional knowledge-sharing efforts to ensure consistent, accurate, and accessible information across all directorates.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience supporting SharePoint environments within DoD or other Intelligence Community environments.
  • Successful completion of Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert certification in Excel, SharePoint, and/or PowerPoint.
  • Familiarity with DoD IT policies, the Risk Management Framework, and data-security protocols.
  • Working knowledge of Tableau, Power BI, and ArcGIS, and ability to produce photo processing/editing, graphic design, and professional multimedia presentations in SharePoint.

About the company

Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Founded

1995

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What believers are saying

  • Akima subsidiaries won MDA SHIELD positions on March 16, 2026.
  • Akima Data Management won FDA DevSecOps support worth $4.6 million in April 2026.
  • Akima’s 2025 Washington Technology rank improved to 31, signaling stronger scale.

What critics are saying

  • Akima faces dependence on federal spending and procurement timing across U.S. agencies.
  • Arevalo v. Akima, LLC reached the Fourth Circuit in July 2026.
  • Pinnacle Solutions' GSA schedule ends August 8, 2026, threatening recompete disruption.

What makes Akima unique

  • NANA-owned Alaska Native Corporation status helps Akima win set-aside federal work.
  • Akima spans facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, and construction.
  • Pinnacle Solutions adds Air Force training and sustainment depth after April 2023 acquisition.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match

Company News

PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
Akima appoints Michael Teegardin as VP of marketing and communications

Akima, a federal government solutions provider with over 11,000 employees, has appointed Michael Teegardin as Vice President of Marketing & Communications. Teegardin will lead the company's brand, marketing, and communications strategy across the enterprise. Teegardin brings more than 20 years of experience advising senior leadership in the defence, aerospace, and federal services sectors. He most recently served as Chief Communications Officer at ASRC Federal, where he established the enterprise marketing function and led the company's rebranding. Previously, Teegardin held communications positions at BAE Systems and Weber Shandwick. A US Army veteran, he served as an intelligence analyst during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He holds a Master of Science in Communication from Purdue University. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation.

PR Newswire
Feb 19th, 2026
Akima appoints Lauren Cates as VP of business development for Emerging Markets Group

Akima, a federal government solutions provider, has appointed Lauren Cates as vice president of business development for its Emerging Markets Group. Cates will lead growth strategy and expand the company's presence in delivering mission-critical technologies to government and military customers. Cates brings over 15 years of federal contracting experience. She previously led Indigo IT's growth team, securing major contracts in cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise IT services, and spent more than a decade with Bowhead Family of Companies managing billion-dollar pipelines. Akima, a subsidiary of Alaska Native Corporation NANA, employs over 11,000 people and delivers solutions across IT, logistics, aerospace and construction. The company ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

PR Newswire
Feb 12th, 2026
Akima appoints Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer to drive operational excellence

Akima, a federal government contractor, has appointed Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer. Lopez will report to president and CEO Bill Monet and oversee operational excellence and customer delivery. Lopez brings over 30 years of experience in government and commercial sectors. Most recently, he served as president and chief growth officer at Belcan, a Cognizant company, where he led the integration of a $20 billion enterprise. Previously, he headed ManTech's Advanced Research Technology Business Unit. A former US Navy officer and pilot, Lopez commanded an elite strike/fighter squadron. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, employing 11,000 people and delivering solutions in IT, aerospace, construction and other areas. The company ranked 31st on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

WashingtonExec
Apr 12th, 2023
Akima Buys Pinnacle Solutions | WashingtonExec

Akima has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Pinnacle Solutions, Inc., a provider of training and sustainment products and services to defense