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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

IT Project Manager

Full-TimeDeadline 8/12/27
$130k - $140k
Junior
Honolulu, HI, USA
In Person
IT OperationsIT Project Management
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • Active Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information eligibility.
  • Meet Information Assurance Manager Level II minimum qualifications under DoD 8570.01-M.
  • Possess one of the following IAM-II certifications: Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), CASP+ CE, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CISSP or Associate, GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC), Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO), or Healthcare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner (HCISPP).
  • Hold a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
  • Have a minimum high school diploma or GED.
  • Have at least two years of project management work experience within the Department of Defense.
  • Have experience using Microsoft Office tools, including Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook; Microsoft Project is the main project-tracking tool.
  • Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills for high-level presentations and briefings.
Responsibilities
  • Create and maintain a Plan of Action and Milestones for each assigned project, detailing goals, objectives, timelines, resources, and constraints; present plans to government leaders and adapt them based on feedback and evolving needs.
  • Generate and update project risk plans, track project progress, and ensure compliance with security and other project requirements.
  • Manage project schedules, assess risks, and maintain documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepare decision briefs for government leaders when needed, outlining emerging issues and potential courses of action to support informed decisions and project adjustments.
  • Provide a monthly status report to the Contracting Officer's Representative-appointed Technical Assistant, detailing project status, emerging issues, and actionable solutions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience managing information technology projects in a Department of Defense environment, supported by a strong technical background and project management skills.
  • CAPM or PMP certification.
  • Experience in a Communications Directorate or Division at the Combatant Command or Theater Service Component Command level.
  • Experience as a military staff officer.
  • Experience using Microsoft SharePoint to maintain project documents for sharing with team members and leadership.

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