Position: Agile Coach / Scrum Master (Journeyman)
Clearance: Secret
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
Type: Exempt, Full Time, Regular

DESCRIPTION

The Agile Coach/Scrum Master (Journeyman) performs mission-aligned Agile activities and across multiple program initiatives within a Department of Defense (DoD) context. This role is instrumental in advancing modern, secure, and effective program delivery by improving software quality, embedding Agile principles into operations, and enabling adaptive, high-performing teams to meet strategic and tactical objectives. The Agile Coach/Scrum Master (Journeyman) contributes to continuous improvement and collaborates closely with leadership, Agile Coaches, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, delivery teams, and stakeholders to advance Agile execution and maturity across all levels of the organization to meet evolving mission objectives. This role requires close coordination and synchronization with program leadership for task execution.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, Organizational Leadership, Management, etc.)
• 5+ years of experience
• Experience leading Agile execution and transformation within DoD or federal program environments
• Working knowledge of Agile methodologies and performance-based program delivery in large-scale, mission-critical contexts
• Agile certifications, i.e., Certified Scrum Master Alliance (CSM) Certificate or equivalent (e.g., Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe 6.0), ICP-ACC, Certified Scrum Professional)
• Interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to understand task requirements, explain solutions clearly, and respond quickly to time-sensitive leadership requests
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, showing initiative and sound judgment in dynamic environments
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Word), SharePoint, and Teams
• Proficiency in project management and Agile task management tools, such as, but not limited to the Atlassian Suite of products, Microsoft Azure DevOps, Rational Team Concert, Rally, and ServiceNow
• Must possess and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting U.S. Army programs, with a strong understanding of Army organizational structures, program management processes, and acquisition lifecycle frameworks, including familiarity with Army-specific systems, protocols, and reporting requirements
• Familiarity with reporting and visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau, or advanced Excel
• Experience in DoD acquisition planning and execution to include preparation and review of all milestone documentation (e.g., Acquisition Strategy)
  If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring official or human resources representative. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• Contribute to / Support Agile efforts by implementing and scaling Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) across teams and the broader organization, ensuring successful implementation of Agile practices, delivery of high-quality capabilities, and removal of obstacles to progress
• Contribute to coaching, mentoring, and guiding Agile Coaches, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and delivery teams on Scrum principles, Agile practices, and self-organizing behaviors to improve performance, strengthen Agile fluency, and ensure alignment with Agile values, best practices, and principles
• Support the design and delivery of Agile workshops, coaching sessions, and ongoing learning opportunities that enhance team capability and support Agile execution and improve Agile maturity
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives) to ensure smooth and efficient meetings
• Contribute to aligning Agile practices with strategic objectives by working directly with leadership and stakeholders across the program environment
• Engage with other Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters across the organization community to foster sharing of best practices and lessons learned, including conducting education sessions on new and improved tools/practices/metrics
• Work closely with senior leadership and stakeholders to implement Agile frameworks, improve team dynamics, and ensure that Agile principles are embraced and embedded into the culture of the organization
• Define and clarify Agile team roles and responsibilities to drive ownership, collaboration, and high-quality delivery
• Contribute to identifying team-level challenges and facilitating solutions that promote self-organization, transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Foster a culture of feedback, experimentation, learning, and iterative progress to enable continuous improvement in capability delivery and operational agility
• Contribute to / Facilitate communication, coordination, and collaboration across cross-functional teams to eliminate silos, optimize workflows, improve team collaboration, and increase overall efficiency
• Monitor, track, and report progress through Agile performance metrics such as team velocity burndown charts, and cycle time to assess team health, guide decision-making, and recommend targeted improvements
• Embed Agile behaviors and mindsets into the organizational culture by championing change at all levels
• Create, refine, and manage product backlogs in collaboration with Product Owners and teams
• Contribute to ensuring the product backlog is well-defined, prioritized, and aligned with mission priorities and business goals
• Facilitate resolution/removal of team roadblocks/impediments/obstacles and organizational blockers to maintain consistent delivery and ensure the team can focus on delivering value
• Raise awareness of team distractions and interruptions to maintain focus on Sprint goals
• Provide guidance in Agile tools and methodologies to ensure effective and scalable implementation across projects and teams
• Facilitate standardized progress monitoring and reporting