Salesforce Scrum Master

Cherokee Federal; United States; Remote; USD 175,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PTO

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

EAP

FSA/HSA options

Professional development

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Salesforce Scrum Master for a remote government contract. You will facilitate Scrum ceremonies, manage the sprint backlog, track velocity, and remove blockers to hit milestones while coordinating with government stakeholders and partners.

Requirements include 7–10 years as a Scrum Master, advanced Agile certification, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Advanced Agile certification (ICP-ACC, CSP, SASM, or PMI-ACP) required.
• 7–10 years' Scrum Master experience in a fast-paced, complex enterprise environment across multiple project types.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• Ability to pass a company background investigation and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, daily standups, reviews, retrospectives) for the development team and government stakeholders.
• Own and maintain the sprint backlog, including prioritization in coordination with the product owner.
• Track and report team performance measures, velocity, and sprint progress.
• Identify, track, and remove impediments to the team's delivery.
• Facilitate communication between the development team, government stakeholders, and external mission partners regarding process, changes, and delivery status.
• Coach the team on Agile and Scrum practices and support continuous improvement.
• Coordinate cross-team dependencies, including platform and integration readiness.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a closely related field.

Job description

Job Title:Salesforce Scrum Master

Location:Remote

Reports to:Program Manager

FLSA Status:Exempt

Supervisory:No supervisory/management authority

Prepared Date:10/19/2026

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify. Public Trust eligible.

Position Summary

Leads day-to-day operational execution, managing timelines, resource allocation, and sprint schedules. Acts as the Scrum facilitator to run daily stand-ups, protect the team from distractions, remove blockers, and track detailed status reports to hit milestones on time.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting Salary Range for Salesforce Scrum Master:$175,000 – $190,000

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, daily standups, reviews, retrospectives) for the development team and government stakeholders
• Own and maintain the sprint backlog, including prioritization in coordination with the product owner
• Track and report team performance measures, velocity, and sprint progress
• Identify, track, and remove impediments to the team's delivery
• Facilitate communication between the development team, government stakeholders, and external mission partners regarding process, changes, and delivery status
• Coach the team on Agile and Scrum practices and support continuous improvement
• Coordinate cross-team dependencies, including platform and integration readiness.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a closely related field.
• Advanced Agile certification (ICP-ACC, CSP, SASM, or PMI-ACP).
• 7–10 years' experience as a Scrum Master in a fast-paced, complex enterprise environment across multiple project types (new development and enhancements/support), including 3 years of recent experience in an Agile development environment.
• U.S. citizenship, with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• Ability to favorably pass a company background investigation and drug test.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. HESFP, LLC, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Cherokee Federal maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

This position may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The scope of the investigation will be commensurate with position requirements and applicable law.

Legal Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

For applicants located in Colorado, New York, California, Washington, Illinois, Hawaii, Massachusetts, or other states with pay transparency requirements: the estimated annual salary range for this position is $175,000 – $190,000. Actual compensation varies based on qualifications, experience, and location.