Scrum Master (Senior)

CACI International Inc; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Flexible time off

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a Senior Scrum Master to guide multiple engineering teams in infrastructure, cloud modernization, and IT services delivery from Ashburn, VA. You will apply SAFe practices, remove impediments, and partner with Product Owners to maintain backlogs aligning with security and compliance goals.

In this role you provide hands‑on leadership, mentor junior Scrum Masters, and drive continuous improvement across cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• Experience as Scrum Master for infra, cloud modernization, and critical infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate Agile processes for multiple engineering teams across infra, cloud, and data centers.
• Coach teams in SAFe and DT/EA SDLC governance; remove impediments and manage dependencies.
• Perform advanced technical tasks including disaster recovery, capacity planning, and CI/CD automation.

Skills

Agile coaching

Scrum Master

Infrastructure engineering

IT project management

DevOps engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Scrum Master (Senior)Job Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Local* * *The Opportunity:CACI is seeking a Senior Scrum Master for the Global Mission Operations Support (GMOS) contract, supporting the Department of State. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance national security through advanced IT solutions. You will collaborate with experienced professionals in an innovative environment, guiding a high-performing team to deliver excellence. The GMOS contract aims to provide world-class IT support by modernizing and maintaining applications and infrastructure using an integrated IT Service Management approach. Join us to make a meaningful impact on a program of national importance.Responsibilities:Orchestrate Agile processes for multiple engineering teams delivering comprehensive infrastructure, network, and IT services modernization across physical data centers, cloud environments, and 350+ worldwide facilitiesCoach engineering teams in advanced Agile practices including SAFe principles, ensuring alignment with DT/EA/CST SDLC methodologies, governance review processes, and Department modernization goalsRemove complex organizational impediments and facilitate cross-team dependencies for engineering initiatives spanning infrastructure consolidation, cloud adoption, software-defined networking, and automated deployment strategiesExecute senior-level technical work including architecting infrastructure solutions, designing disaster recovery configurations, conducting capacity planning analysis, and validating operational designs for critical systems with redundant failover capabilitiesPartner with Engineering and Implementation Manager and Product Owners to develop and maintain engineering program backlogs addressing redundant infrastructure designs, failover capabilities, and disaster recovery requirementsPerform advanced technical tasks such as troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues, optimizing database performance, configuring enterprise monitoring tools, and developing automation scripts for CI/CD pipelinesDevelop and implement Agile metrics and reporting frameworks tracking engineering delivery performance including infrastructure deployment timelines, design review cycles, and technical documentation completenessProvide hands-on technical leadership for infrastructure migrations including reviewing cloud architecture designs, validating security configurations, testing automated provisioning workflows, and troubleshooting integration challengesFacilitate collaboration between engineering teams, Architecture Review Boards, and Change Management Control Boards ensuring infrastructure designs incorporate security best practices and NIST standards complianceMentor junior Scrum Masters and coach engineering teams on continuous improvement methodologies supporting capacity planning, performance optimization, and modernization initiativesQualifications:Required:Bachelor's degree + 8 years of experience in related fields, such as Agile coaching, Scrum Master, infrastructure engineering, IT project management, or DevOps engineering; equivalencies considered.Active Secret ClearanceProven experience as a Scrum Master for technical engineering teams delivering infrastructure, network, and cloud modernization initiativesDemonstrated expertise in Agile methodologies including Scrum, SAFe, and technical delivery practices for complex infrastructure projectsStrong technical knowledge of infrastructure engineering, cloud architectures, disaster recovery, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworksExcellent facilitation and coaching abilities with proven experience removing impediments, managing cross-team dependencies, and leading major technical initiativesDesired:Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of StateProfessional certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), SAFe Agilist (SA), or Advanced Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM)-What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity.At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.An environment of trust.CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.A focus on continuous growth.Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.Pay Range :There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.The proposed salary range for this position is:$103,800 - $218,100CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.