Full-Time

Low Voltage Technician

Deadline 7/28/27
Akima

Akima

1,001-5,000 employees

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Compensation Overview

$30.30/hr

No H1B Sponsorship

South Burlington, VT, USA

In Person

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Field Service (1)
Required Skills
SharePoint
CAD

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Requirements
  • A High School Diploma or GED is required with a minimum of three years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in cabling, including Cat5 and Cat6, cable installation, and rack-and-stack of switches, servers, panels, and workstations is required.
  • Experience or familiarity with supporting or installing electronic security systems, including Access Control Systems, Video Surveillance Systems, and Intrusion Detection Systems, is required.
  • Proficiency in security systems, reading technical drawings, and reviewing building plans for cabling and security setup is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint or similar collaboration tools is required.
  • The ability to support security meetings by attending and providing expertise is required.
  • The ability to conduct onsite inspections for scheduling testing services is required.
  • The ability to provide project management support to manage projects is required.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills, with the ability to produce clear written correspondence and documentation, are required.
  • The ability to work independently or collaboratively within cross-functional teams under minimal supervision is required.
  • U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance eligibility are required.
  • A valid U.S. driver's license is required because driving within the state is required.
Responsibilities
  • Operate as the subject matter expert for USCIS on low voltage matters.
  • Schedule testing services in designated facilities.
  • Review building plans for accuracy of cabling and security setup.
  • Note changes and deficiencies to projects and make corrections after approval by the assigned project manager.
  • Attend security meetings and provide expertise.
  • Create security cabling requirements in existing Statements of Work.
  • Coordinate security vulnerability scanning for designated Operations Centers and domains.
  • Act as the point of contact between designated facilities and divisions when providing technical support.
  • Maintain a positive relationship with outside vendors.
  • Provide support to the Electronic Security Engineer during Access Control System deployments.
  • Track and research information pertaining to Access Control, Intrusion Detection, and Video Surveillance for designated facilities.
  • Review the installation of low voltage cable and systems for electronic equipment and communication devices.
  • Inspect security cable installations remotely or onsite.
  • Review analog installations for facilities.
  • Provide technical plans to support security applications and systems.
  • Provide cost estimates by creating bills of material for information technology-related infrastructure.
Desired Qualifications
  • Electrical experience is a plus.
  • Familiarity with security vendors such as C-cure 9000, Gallagher Command Center, Lenel, and Milestone Network Video.

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
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