Scrum Master (DV Security Clearance)

CGI; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider in London is seeking a passionate Scrum Master with at least 3 years of experience leading Agile IT development projects. This role involves facilitating Agile processes, managing team progress, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. Candidates must hold UK Security Clearance due to the project's sensitive nature. This is a predominantly on-site role in London, offering a collaborative environment for growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension

Private healthcare

Share scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in leading Agile IT development projects.
• Familiarity with Agile Project Management tools.
• Self-motivated and capable of multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile software development processes.
• Report on team progress, risks, and blockers.
• Manage risks and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Coach the scrum team in Agile methodology.

Skills

Agile Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Tools

Agile Tracking Software

Job description

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Scrum Master (DV Security Clearance), London

Client: CGI

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: f6e46dc8768c

Job Views: 5

Posted: 25.08.2025

Expiry Date: 09.10.2025

Job Description:

Position Description:

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a member not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.

CGI is looking for a highly talented, driven, and dynamic Scrum Master with a passion for leading teams. At CGI, you will be involved in a mission critical project working alongside dedicated people like yourself, building forward looking solutions and making an impact with both internal and client stakeholders. CGI’s capabilities and our client engagements will offer you an exciting path for growth.

Our roles are only available if you hold a UK Security Clearance and are a sole UK National due to the secure nature of the project. You will either hold a higher level clearance or be willing to obtain it. Any individual without security clearance is welcome to apply and will always be considered for this or wider opportunities in CGI, where appropriate.

This position is located in London, working predominantly on the client's site.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible for facilitating and championing the Agile software development process.
• Regularly report on team progress, risks, and any blockers to program leadership.
• Maintain project status in Agile tracking software and prepare reports on status.
• Responsible for facilitating daily stand-ups, backlog prioritisation meetings, sprint planning, retrospectives and other Agile activities.
• Responsible for communicating with the customer and the team, tracking tasks and producing quality deliverables.
• Work with team to identify, document, manage risks/issues in a timely manner, coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure risks/issues are resolved and closed.
• Coach the scrum team in using Agile methodology and scrum practices.
• Collaborate with Product Owner to understand current assignment and enable the team to stay focused on Sprint and Program Increment objectives.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• At least 3 years of previous experience leading and managing agile IT development projects.
• Experience with Agile Project Management tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills is necessary to be successful in this role
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to multi-task and solve problems independently and innovatively.

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