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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Program Manager

Full-TimePosted on 10/14/2026Deadline 10/14/27
$190k - $205k
Expert
Bachelor's, Master's
Alexandria, VA, USA
HybridMust live within commuting distance of Alexandria, Virginia.
IT Operations

About the job

Requirements
  • An active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a higher level of clearance are required.
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, or significant equivalent professional experience in enterprise IT management, operations, or service delivery, is required.
  • IAT Level II certification, such as Security+ CE, is required.
  • At least ten years of professional IT experience, including at least six years managing or supervising large IT service contracts of comparable scope, dollar value, and complexity, is required.
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary IT organizations and managing complex enterprise ITSM operations, contract performance, staffing, service levels, and customer relationships is required.
  • Strong working knowledge of ITSM/ITIL principles, enterprise IT operations, cybersecurity requirements, program governance, financial management, and federal contracting environments is required.
  • Experience managing large Department of Defense/War or federal enterprise IT service contracts is required.
  • Demonstrated success managing high-performing teams and resolving complex operational and program challenges is required.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for Government leadership, overseeing all contractual, programmatic, technical, operational, and administrative matters.
  • Direct execution of all Performance Work Statement requirements, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, SLAs, performance standards, and deliverables.
  • Lead and integrate multidisciplinary IT teams responsible for service management, infrastructure, applications, cloud services, engineering, cybersecurity compliance, and enterprise operations.
  • Oversee enterprise IT Support Services processes and service delivery, ensuring effective Incident, Problem, Change, Request, Configuration, Knowledge, and Service Level Management.
  • Maintain program governance, management controls, performance metrics, and executive reporting to ensure accountability, transparency, and informed decision-making.
  • Manage program staffing, workforce development, subcontractor performance, resource allocation, succession planning, and continuity of critical technical capabilities.
  • Oversee financial and resource management, including labor utilization, budget performance, forecasting, and alignment of resources with contractual and mission priorities.
  • Direct program risk, issue, dependency, and escalation management, including resolution of major service disruptions, performance deficiencies, and cross-functional challenges.
  • Provide leadership oversight of IT projects, modernization initiatives, technical enhancements, service transitions, and operational readiness to ensure successful delivery and sustainable support.
  • Lead program reviews, customer engagement, executive briefings, and stakeholder communications while maintaining strong relationships with Government leadership and mission partners.
  • Drive continual service improvement, automation, operational efficiency, service reliability, and measurable improvements in customer satisfaction and mission outcomes.
Desired Qualifications
  • Project Management Professional certification.
  • ITIL v4 or v5 certification.
  • A master's degree or advanced education in Information Technology Service Transformation.
  • Experience with ServiceNow or comparable enterprise ITSM platforms, IT modernization, service transformation, and continual service improvement.

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