Scrum Master / Personnel Manager

Entarian; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Entarian is seeking a Scrum Master & Personnel Manager for NAVSUP OIS to deliver mission-critical services. You will coach agile teams, facilitate ceremonies, manage personnel development, and coordinate with cross-functional groups to ensure timely delivery of features.

The role supports remote work with travel to Mechanicsburg, PA, and Yorktown, VA as needed. Ideal candidates hold a DOD Secret clearance, strong Scrum/SAFe experience, and proven leadership in technically diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Active DOD Secret clearance to start; U.S. Citizenship required for Federal Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree plus 7+ years of experience; without degree 4 additional years of experience would be required
• Strong Scrum and agile knowledge, preferably within a SAFe organization
• Experience in personnel management, including team leadership and performance evaluation
• Effective written and verbal communication; self-starter and able to work independently
• Problem solving and sound judgment in complex environments

Responsibilities

• Act as a change agent to assist in timely delivery of customer prioritized features
• Facilitate Scrum rituals including release and sprint planning, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups
• Maintain transparency into the team’s work and provide progress metrics
• Support removal of impediments and provide guidance to team members
• Identify root problems, aid in resolutions, and manage external dependencies
• Engage multiple roles and stakeholders in complex discovery and consensus building
• Support product owners to maximize ROI and meet organizational objectives
• Coach and mentor teams to continuous improvement and professional growth
• Coordinate with other Scrum Masters and cross-functional teams to align deliverables
• Provide ongoing coaching and guidance to foster collaboration and morale
• Oversee performance feedback and development needs to optimize team effectiveness
• Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment across agile teams

Skills

Scrum

Agile

Leadership

Communication

Facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview/ Job Responsibilities

Entarian is looking for a Scrum Master & Personnel Manager for the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Ordnance Information System (OIS) to provide technical expertise on a mission-critical program whose purpose is to develop, modernize, enhance, operate, and maintain services for OIS mission critical systems.

In this role, you will be a servant leader who facilitates and supports agile cross-functional teams responsible for delivering features and products. In this role, you will facilitate the team(s) through all aspects of the agile process which includes release planning, sprint planning, daily stand-up meetings, product demonstrations, iteration reviews and retrospectives. You will also have in-depth agile process knowledge in order to coach and mentor several remote teams effectively, simultaneously. You will work closely across our client's organization to ensure coordination and communication with existing Development Services teams, both internal and external. In addition to agile facilitation, this role encompasses personnel management responsibilities, ensuring effective team development, performance oversight, and support for individual growth across the cross-functional OIS teams.

*This position can be performed remotely; however, travel to customer site in Mechanicsburg, PA, and Yorktown, VA, (among other locations) will be required occasionally (~20% travel).*

Primary Responsibilities:

• Act as a change agent to assist in timely delivery of customer prioritized features
• Facilitate effective and efficient meetings and Scrum rituals including: release and sprint planning, sprint reviews and retrospectives, and daily stand-ups
• Maintain transparency into the team’s work and provide metrics on team progress
• Be a resource to each team member and support the removal of impediments, as required
• Isolation of root problems from exposed symptoms and aid in resolutions
• Engage multiple roles and stakeholders in critical discussion, complex new product development discovery and building consensus
• Support product owners to maximize ROI and meet the organization objectives
• Coach and support continuous improvement within the team
• Help identify and mitigate any external dependency risks in feature/product development
• Coordinate with other Scrum Masters and cross-functional teams on deliverables that affect team goals
• Provide ongoing guidance, mentorship, and support to team members, fostering professional growth and skill development within the agile teams
• Oversee personnel performance, conduct regular feedback sessions, and address individual development needs to ensure optimal team effectiveness
• Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment, resolving interpersonal issues and supporting team morale to achieve organizational objectives

Salary Range: $90,000 - $140,000

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have DOD Secret level clearance to start; U.S. Citizen required only for Federal Clearance Requirement
• Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years’ experience; without a degree 4 additional years of experience would be required
• A thorough understanding of scrum and agile principles, values, and practices, preferably within a SAFe organization
• Demonstrated experience in personnel management, including team leadership, performance evaluation, and fostering professional development within technical or cross-functional teams
• Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and writing.
• Must be a self-starter, strong leader, andhave the ability towork independently with little supervision.
• Must be a problem solver with sound judgment and decision-making skills

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Certified Scrum Professional (CSP)
• Over 5 years’ experience working in an Agile Scrum Master role
• SAFe experience and knowledge
• Experience working in an environment delivering software into embedded & real time systems
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities
• Ability to translate complex information into ideas and effectively communicate
• Strong cross-functional team collaboration skills
• Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong facilitation and presentation skillsExperience working with Navy IT customers

About Us

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

Entarian is anEqual Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.