Akima

Infrastructure Manager - Secret Clearance Required

Akima$135K — $165K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field; or equivalent experience may be accepted.
  • Experience managing IT infrastructure in government environments, particularly DoS or DoD.
  • Familiar with enterprise virtualization platforms like VMware or Microsoft Hyper-V.
  • Knowledge of ITIL or similar service management frameworks including formal change control.
  • Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills; excellent communication abilities.
  • Capability to work independently with sound judgment; experience in building collaborative relationships.
  • Possession of an active Interim Secret or Interim Top Secret clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the main point of contact for IT infrastructure issues.
  • Ensure efficient operation and high performance of networks and servers.
  • Monitor and manage IT network operations to maximize uptime.
  • Provide leadership and coordination for project planning and implementation.
  • Oversee teams of 6-10 members, assigning tasks and setting priorities.
  • Analyze and improve infrastructure practices in collaboration with teams.
  • Lead change management processes for infrastructure updates.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and 401(k) options available.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Various voluntary benefits offered to employees.
Full Job Description
Description

Tuvli is looking for an Infrastructure Manager - Network and Systems Management to work in Alexandria, VA.  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities
  • Serve as central point of contact for any IT Infrastructure issues.
  • Ensure stable operation and efficient performance of client's enterprise networks and servers
  • Monitor and manage all aspects of IT Network Operations and System Administration to maximize uptime and efficiency.
  • Provide leadership, project and activity planning, coordination, and day-to-day direction as needed; produce required deliverables and meet the relevant project milestones.
  • Manage IT teams and lead across network operations and system administration disciplines, with teams ranging from 6–10 members; assign tasks, set priorities, and ensure accountability.
  • Analyze current infrastructure practices to identify areas for improvement and collaborate with teams to implement approved improvements.
  • Lead change management processes for all infrastructure modifications, ensuring changes are reviewed, approved, documented, and communicated prior to implementation.
  • Ensure the development and maintenance of infrastructure documentation including network diagrams, system configurations, SOPs, and runbooks; provide regular status reports to program leadership.
  • Manage and forecast infrastructure capacity needs; develop short- and long-term plans to support scalability and mission continuity.
  • Provide oversight to evaluating emerging technologies in collaboration with government stakeholders.
  • Foster a collaborative environment.
  • Work directly with client's program manager and develop an outstanding customer relationship.
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation plans.
  • Develop and maintain staffing plan by recruiting, interviewing new contract personnel.
  • Conduct performance evaluations/coaching of staff and support staff individual development plan.
  • Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or other related discipline; equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Demonstrated experience managing IT infrastructure in a Department of State, DoD, or other Federal or State government environment, including familiarity with government IT governance, acquisition processes, and compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated experience with enterprise virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere / VCF or Microsoft Hyper-V.
  • Familiarity with ITIL or equivalent IT service management frameworks; experience operating within formal change control processes.
  • Excellent organization skills and attention to details.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal oversight.
  • Proven ability to build and sustain collaborative relationships with government clients, team members, and vendors.
  • Candidates with an active Interim Secret or Interim Top Secret clearance will be considered, with the expectation of obtaining a final adjudicated clearance within the period of performance.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or other related discipline.
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
  • Ten years of IT and management experience.
  • Juniper and/or Cisco networking experience.
  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional).
  • ITIL Foundation certification.
  • Windows systems administration, virtualization and enterprise storage knowledge.
  • ITSM/Change Management.
Benefits InformationRegular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees. Pay Range135K to 165K Job ID2026-24083 Work TypeHybrid

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