Training and Development Specialist with Security Clearance

Akima Infrastructure Services; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Data Management (ADM) is hiring a Training and Development Specialist to design, deliver, and evaluate comprehensive training programs that support the mission and operational effectiveness of OIG.

You will build curricula, create learning materials, assess needs, and manage the full lifecycle across on-site and hybrid environments, engaging leadership and diverse teams nationwide.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and eight to ten years of training experience, including leading comprehensive in-person and virtual training programs for large, diverse groups.
• Proficiency in instructional design and in tools such as PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Experience conducting needs assessments and evaluating training effectiveness.
• Proven ability to develop engaging learning materials across multiple formats and platforms.
• Strong facilitation skills with experience training individuals at all organizational levels.
• Experience supporting federal agencies.

Responsibilities

• Build comprehensive training curricula, including structured learning paths and blended learning.
• Create instructional materials such as presentations, e-learning modules, facilitator guides, and job aids.
• Assess training needs with leadership, SMEs, and stakeholders to identify gaps.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend enhancements based on feedback.
• Manage end-to-end training lifecycle: scheduling, logistics, documentation, reporting.
• Deliver learning experiences across virtual, in-person, asynchronous, and hybrid platforms.
• Advise leadership on training strategy and organizational development initiatives.
• Ensure training materials comply with policies and accessibility standards.

Skills

Instructional design

Public speaking

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Needs assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

8–10 years training experience

Tools

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Excel

Word

Teams

Job description

The Training and Development Specialist is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating comprehensive training programs that support the mission and operational effectiveness of the Office of Inspector General (OIG). This role supports employees at all organizational levels-individual offices, directorates, groups, and enterprise-wide audiences. The specialist will create and implement impactful learning solutions that address complex organizational needs across multiple platforms and modalities.

Responsibilities:

• Build comprehensive training curricula, including structured learning paths, multi-session programs, and blended learning approaches.
• Create innovative instructional materials such as presentations, e-learning modules, facilitator guides, participant workbooks, job aids, and reference tools.
• Assess training needs through collaboration with leadership, SMEs, and stakeholders to identify skills gaps and organizational development priorities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs using qualitative and quantitative measures; recommend enhancements based on learner feedback and organizational goals.
• Manage the end-to-end training lifecycle, including scheduling, logistics, communication, documentation, and reporting.
• Leverage multiple platforms-virtual, in-person, asynchronous, and hybrid-to deliver high-quality learning experiences.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on training strategy, organizational development, and change management initiatives.
• Ensure training materials comply with OIG policies, federal guidelines, and accessibility standards.

Qualifications:

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and eight to ten years of training experience, including leading comprehensive in-person and virtual training programs for large, diverse groups, with demonstrated expertise in designing and delivering training within complex organizational environments.
• Proficiency in instructional design and in tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Experience conducting needs assessments and evaluating training effectiveness.
• Proven ability to develop engaging, innovative learning materials across multiple formats and platforms.
• Strong facilitation skills with experience training individuals at all organizational levels.
• Ability to translate complex organizational requirements into clear and actionable learning solutions.
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting federal agencies.

Job ID 2026-26803

Work Type On-Site

Pay Range 140K to 150K

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.