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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Principal Security Assistant

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 8/31/27
No salary listed
Expert
Bachelor's
Hill AFB, UT, USA
In PersonWork location is Hill AFB, Utah; travel within the organization’s direct area of responsibility may be required.
Risk & ComplianceRegulatory Compliance & Ethics
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret clearance.
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 25 years of experience in the respective technical or professional discipline, including 15 years in the Department of Defense; alternatively, 30 years of directly related experience, including 20 years in the Department of Defense.
  • Understand counterintelligence threats and trends.
  • Be familiar with Department of Defense and Air Force security policies, manuals, directives, and instructions.
  • Have experience with DISS, Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility operations, and DD Form 254 processes.
  • Handle sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment.
  • Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Have experience with Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility access control and management, DISS, Department of Defense and Air Force security policy compliance, secure video teleconferencing operations, and classified information safeguarding.
  • Be willing to travel within the organization’s direct area of responsibility.
  • Be willing to adapt to a contingency schedule in unusual emergencies or critical mission-support situations.
  • Be able to identify classified documents and information and understand proper safeguarding procedures.
  • Complete required security training in accordance with Department of Defense and Air Force regulations for security assistants.
Responsibilities
  • Provide Security Assistant support under the direction of Government Security Managers and Security Administrators.
  • Support collateral and Sensitive Compartmented Information security programs.
  • Assist the Air Force Cognizant Security Authority in executing security oversight responsibilities.
  • Administer and maintain information security, personnel security, operations security, industrial security, communications security, acquisition security, physical security, and anti-terrorism and force-protection programs.
  • Develop, review, and maintain Security Classification Guides, Security Operating Procedures, and related security documentation.
  • Support Program Protection Plan development and implementation activities.
  • Assist with DD Form 254 preparation, review, coordination, and security-requirements administration.
  • Process and manage personnel security actions using DISS and other government security systems.
  • Conduct security inspections, self-assessments, compliance reviews, and audit-preparation activities.
  • Support Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities, CAP, and secure facility operations, including access control, visitor management, and safeguarding classified information.
  • Identify, investigate, and report security incidents, violations, and vulnerabilities.
  • Provide security training, awareness briefings, and guidance to government and contractor personnel.
  • Support anti-terrorism and force-protection requirements as directed.
  • Coordinate with military personnel, government civilians, contractors, and external security organizations to ensure mission success.
Desired Qualifications
  • Work effectively with diverse stakeholders and in dynamic, high-pressure environments.
  • Exercise professional discretion when handling sensitive information.

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