Scrum Master with Security Clearance

OASYS, INC.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

401(k) with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

OASYS, INC., located in Huntsville, Alabama, seeks a Scrum Master to support a US Army program. The role centers on guiding agile ceremonies, removing impediments, and promoting continuous improvement for critical defense development projects.

You will work with product owners and development teams to prioritize the backlog, track metrics, and coach teams in Scrum practices while maintaining compliance with applicable policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master.
• Deep understanding of agile principles and practices.
• Experience leading Scrum ceremonies and resolving conflicts.
• Experience working with product owners and development teams to review requirements, scope, and schedule constraints.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and automated testing.
• Preferred: defense govt project exposure; certifications such as CSM/PSM/SAFe; PMP.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other ceremonies.
• Identify and remove impediments to team progress.
• Promote agile practices and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with product owners and teams to prioritize the backlog.
• Track key metrics and report on team performance.
• Mentor and develop team members in agile skills.
• Ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulations.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Scrum ceremonies

Coaching & mentoring

Stakeholder collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Azure DevOps

JIRA

CI/CD tooling

Automated testing

Job description

Scrum Master OASYS, INC., a Leading-Edge Government contractor in Huntsville Alabama, is seeking applicants for a Scrum Master position supporting our US Army customer. Job Responsibilities include: The Scrum Master will foster collaboration, work to continuously improve processes, and ensure the successful delivery of critical projects that support national defense. This Scrum Master role offers the opportunity to shape critical development initiatives while working directly alongside our key government customers.

• Facilitate Agile Processes: Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other scrum ceremonies to ensure effective collaboration and communication within the team.
• Remove Obstacles: Identify and address any impediments that may hinder the team's progress, facilitating smooth and efficient project execution.
• Promote Agile Practices: Advocate for and ensure adherence to agile principles and practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team.
• Collaborate and Coordinate: Work closely with product owners, development teams, and other stakeholders to define and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring alignment with project goals and delivery timelines.
• Track and Report Metrics: Monitor and report on key performance indicators and agile metrics, using data to drive improvements in team performance and project outcomes.
• Foster Team Development: Support the professional growth of team members, providing coaching and mentoring to enhance their agile skills and capabilities.
• Ensure Compliance: Adhere to all relevant policies, standards, and regulations, maintaining the highest standards of accountability and integrity. Minimum Requirements:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Scrum Master role
• Deep understanding of agile principles and practices,
• Demonstrated experience in the following scrum activities:
• Scheduling and facilitating scrum events, meetings, decision-making process, and resolving conflicts and issues
• Monitoring progress and performance, and assisting teams to make improvements
• Helping product owners and development teams achieve customer satisfaction
• Leading working sessions with product owners to review and determine requirements, scope, and schedule constraints
• Guiding and coaching Scrum Teams in using Agile Methodology and Scrum practices
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) and Automated Testing
• Microsoft Azure DevOps or JIRA Preferred Skills:
• Experience with defense projects – prior experience in supporting government or defense projects, particularly in the area of weapon systems, department of defense or similar programs
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), SAFe Agilist
• PMP
• Required Education: A Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (STEM, computer science, or computer engineering, etc.) is required. Advanced degree preferred. Eligibility: Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Clearance. An Active Secret Clearance is highly desired. About OASYS, INC.: Located in Huntsville, Alabama, OASYS, INC. is a technology services and products company dedicated to delivering the right solutions to our government and commercial clients. Our innovative solutions combined with today's technology and our subject matter expertise help to provide full lifecycle support for our client's needs. Benefits: OASYS, INC. offers a robust benefit plan to include: BC/BS of Alabama Heath & Dental, VSP Vision, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401-K with Matching, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Reimbursement, Holidays, Vacation, Short-term/Long-term Disability. www.oasys-incorporated.com