Security Training Management Analyst (STMA)

Akima; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is seeking a Security Training Management Analyst (STMA) to support the Department of State Diplomatic Security in Rosslyn, VA. The role involves managing DS training programs, policy development, and monitoring contractor training compliance on-site in the greater Washington, DC area.

The STMA will coordinate with DS Training Directorate, prepare performance reviews, and may travel domestically and internationally to verify contractor training

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 6 years of experience, with 3 years in administration, management, and supervision of training programs.
• Active Secret Clearance or higher.
• Knowledge of instructional theories and methods for training security-related topics.

Responsibilities

• Provide managerial support for the DS/IP/OPO training programs under government guidance.
• Develop training policy, contract training performance work statements, and oversee training compliance.
• Guide security operations training, including firearms, driving, protective security, and related courses.
• Monitor contractor training capabilities and ensure adherence to approved DS procedures.
• Coordinate with DS Training Directorate to ensure training aligns with lesson plans and guidance.
• Travel domestically and abroad for on-site reviews and evaluations as needed.
• Prepare PMRs and evaluations of training for security programs to ensure contract requirements are met.

Skills

Program management

Security operations

Training development

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is seeking Security Training Management Analyst (STMA) to provide program support to the Department of State Diplomatic Security, located in Rosslyn, VA.

Responsibilities

• The STMA is responsible for providing managerial support of the DS/IP/OPO’s training programs and works under the technical guidance and direction of government officials.
• The STMA is responsible for training policy development, contract training performance work statement development and review, training oversight, identifying compliance issues with set forth requirements, conducting in-depth analysis of training requirements and execution thereof, reviewing and evaluating corrective action plans, integration of training records into current office technology plans, and other special tasks as required by DS/IP/OPO.
• The STMA assists in the development of contract training and support performance work statements by providing subject matter expertise in security operations, performance standards, best practices, interoperability training, and emergency contingencies.
• The STMA provide guidance in security operations of local guard, bodyguard, surveillance detection and personal protection services programs to include personal protective service details, motorcade operations, protective security advances, radio procedures, countermeasures, emergency medical training, firearms shooting proficiency, drivers Training, and room-entry tactics.
• The STMA serves as the subject matter expert in monitoring contractors’ compliance to training and support requirements contained within the WPS contracts, task orders and for the local guard, bodyguard, and surveillance detection programs.
• The STMA conducts planned, and systematic evaluations based on their knowledge of quality assurance/internal control methods, principles, practices, and training instructor expertise.
• The STMA ensures contractors fulfill their responsibilities to provide training, adequate facilities, and equipment consistent with the requirements of the contract.
• The STMA observes, assesses, and reports on contractor furnished training capabilities for all firearms ranges, driving tracks, classrooms, supporting equipment and materials necessary to satisfactorily complete all required training. Ensures that contractors’ key training personnel, instructors, and subject matter/technical experts are following DS approved procedures.
• The STMA coordinates with the Bureau of Diplomatic Security’s Training Directorate and other applicable DS offices to ensure that the contractors are training in accordance with DS approved lesson plans, instructional guides, and all applicable training guidance.
• The STMA provides training policy development based on cross platform analysis of existing and proposed training requirements within the Department of State and supporting partners, emphasizing the interoperability and standardization of best practices amongst security elements. The STMA will meet the requirements to serve as a Contracting Officers Representative (COR) and provide all necessary functions associated with this responsibility.
• The STMA may travel domestically and abroad to conduct on-site reviews and evaluations of the contractor‑provided training, ensuring all contractual obligations are met and requesting corrective action by the contractors, through the Contracting Officer, if necessary, when inadequacies are detected in the training and compliance programs.
• The STMA assists Desk Officers with reviewing, monitoring, evaluating, and modifying the delivery of training at the Task Order location.
• The STMA plans and conducts Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and on‑site surveys and evaluation of training being conducted for local guard, bodyguard, and surveillance detection programs along with personal protective service details, motorcade operations, protective security advances, radio procedures, countermeasures, emergency medical training, firearms shooting proficiency, drivers Training, and room‑entry tactics to ensure contract requirements are being met Identified and reports problem areas and provides assistance in correcting deficiencies. Follows up on corrective actions taken.
• The STMA provides data, reporting, analysis, and formal responses to the Special Protective Equipment Review Board, Less‑than‑Lethal Working Group, and Firearms Optics and Protective Equipment Working Group.
• The STMA’s collateral duties such as attending WPS Eligibility Review Panels and actively participating on Technical Evaluation Team reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 6 years of experience.
• 3 years of which must be specialized in administration, management, and supervision of training‑related programs, remaining 3 years of experience may be generalized in training related programs.
• Active Secret Clearance or higher.
• Knowledge of instructional theories, concepts, and methods to design, develop, present, and evaluate training courses tailored to specific needs of targeted audiences in the field of firearms, defensive tAactics, defensive driving, improvised explosive devices and protective security.
• Broad knowledge of management, staff functions, training development and methodology, property accountability and resource management to support the functions of the Bureau and ensure the fielding of a properly staffed, trained, equipped, and resourced protective security force capable of meeting the entire spectrum of security threats.

“This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be offered but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.”

Job ID

2026-25647

Work Type

On‑Site

Pay Range

$130,000.00 - $150,000.00

Benefits

Regular - 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.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.

As an ADM employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.