Agile Scrum Master

Agile Scrum Master

The Opportunity

This role works directly with Department of Defense stakeholders, product owners, business analysts, software engineers, enterprise architects, and government leadership supporting mission-critical enterprise systems. It is an opportunity to lead Agile delivery teams within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment while enabling successful delivery of secure, high-quality software solutions supporting critical national defense missions.

Work is primarily performed on-site at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, supporting government and contractor teams in mission-focused environments.

Company Overview

C5T Corporation is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. Founded in 2005 by three veterans, C5T values practical, innovative-minded professionals with a passion for mission success. We specialize in bridging the gap between operational and technical domains to support critical Department of Defense missions.

Core Values: Integrity • Excellence • Patriotism

Position Summary

C5T is seeking an Agile Scrum Master to lead Agile software development teams supporting Department of Defense enterprise modernization initiatives. This position serves as a servant leader responsible for facilitating Agile ceremonies, removing impediments, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment.

Location: Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. Work will primarily take place in government workspaces with limited telework based on mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Coach and lead Agile teams within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
• Facilitate Program Increment planning, sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and demonstrations.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, architects, and stakeholders to refine priorities.
• Track and remove impediments while coordinating cross-team dependencies.
• Maintain Agile metrics and support continuous improvement.
• Perform capacity planning and iteration planning.
• Coordinate releases and product roadmaps.
• Coach teams to become high-performing Agile teams.
• Develop and improve Agile processes and best practices.
• Ensure appropriate staffing and work allocation for assigned Epics and Features.
• Support software quality, schedule, and delivery objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and at least seven years of related experience.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Certified SAFe Scrum Master.
• Minimum three years leading Agile Scrum or Scaled Agile Framework teams.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, configuration management, quality assurance, and release management.
• Excellent written, verbal, facilitation, and leadership skills.
• United States Citizenship and ability to pass an Information Technology Level I background investigation.

Desired Qualifications

• SAFe Advanced Scrum Master, SAFe Practitioner, or other SAFe certification.
• Experience supporting Oracle E-Business Suite Federal Financial Management programs for the Department of Defense.
• Experience with information exchanges or data warehouses.
• Experience with test automation.
• Knowledge of Building Security In Maturity Model (BSIMM).
• Experience supporting continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD).

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Responsible Paid Time Off aligned with mission needs

Equal Opportunity Statement

C5T is a merit-based employer committed to affirmative action and nondiscrimination for all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).

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