AGILE Scrum Master - ASM 25-29062

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
No Travel Required

Skills

Security Clearance
Sprint
Systems Engineering
UPS
User Stories
Workflow
PMBOK
Effective Communication
Mentorship
Microsoft Technologies
Oracle ASM
PSM
Cloud Computing
Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Continuous Improvement
Problem Solving
Agile
Application Service Management
Atlassian
Automated Testing
Clarity
JIRA
Project Management
Reporting
Scrum

Job Details

Job Title: Agile Scrum Master
Location: Remote
Duration: 12 Months

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Agile Scrum Master to lead and facilitate Agile practices across a large-scale program. The Scrum Master will guide teams through all Agile ceremonies, foster continuous improvement, remove obstacles, and ensure alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, servant leader, and experienced coach with proven expertise in Agile practices and tools.

Key Responsibilities

  • Guide and facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Retrospectives).

  • Ensure adherence to the Scrum framework and promote a shared understanding across the team.

  • Identify and proactively remove impediments that hinder team progress.

  • Act as a shield for the team from external distractions and interferences.

  • Coach and mentor team members on Agile principles, practices, and continuous improvement.

  • Support the Product Owner in backlog refinement and maintaining clarity of priorities.

  • Promote effective communication and collaboration within the team and across stakeholders.

  • Facilitate conflict resolution while fostering a positive and high-performing team environment.

  • Track, analyze, and report Agile metrics to measure team performance and maturity.

  • Ensure that increments delivered meet the Definition of Done and align with business objectives.

  • Leverage Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, or similar) to maintain workflow visibility and transparency.

Basic Qualifications

  • Active Public Trust Clearance or the ability to obtain one.

  • Bachelor s degree and 8+ years of experience supporting large-scale programs or projects.

  • Deep knowledge of Agile Scrum techniques, ceremonies, and artifacts (user stories, definition of done, automated testing, backlog refinement).

  • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies for project management.

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in an Agile role/environment.

  • Ability to balance competing priorities under pressure with resourcefulness and problem-solving skills.

  • Familiarity with system engineering lifecycle concepts, architectural frameworks, and delivering working solutions.

Certifications (Required)

  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent.

  • Advanced Scrum certification(s) (e.g., A-CSM, CSP).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting Federal Government projects or programs.

  • PMI-ACP certification.

  • Familiarity with Microsoft tools such as Power Platform, M365, and cloud applications.

  • Expertise with Atlassian suite products.

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