Scrum Master

• Type: Contract
• Job #3874

Scrum Master
Tysons, VA
TS/SCI with polygraph

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to lead Agile software development teams in delivering high-impact solutions within a dynamic, mission-driven environment. In this role, you will facilitate Agile ceremonies, coach teams on Scrum best practices, and serve as a critical liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams. You will drive continuous improvement, remove impediments, and ensure alignment between project goals and business objectives. Leveraging your expertise in Agile methodologies and business analysis, you will help guide cross-functional teams toward successful, timely delivery of complex initiatives in a secure and fast-paced setting.

Company Benefits:
Cornerstone Defense offers a comprehensive list of benefits, designed to give employees and their families several options to choose from when selecting benefits that best fit their needs. These offerings include not only a full suite of the traditional Medical/Dental/Vision insurances, but also a number of other benefits and perks to include, but not limited to: a 401(K) plan with a company match, tuition and training assistance, paid vacation/leave, a fitness reimbursement program, college savings plan, commuter benefits, financial advisory services, flex spending accounts, health savings accounts, STD/LTD coverage, life and AD&D insurance, employee assistance programs, life financial planning assistance, and legal resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
• Conduct stakeholder interviews, workshops, and other requirement gathering techniques to elicit necessary information.
• Translate business requirements into functional ansd non-functional specifications.
• Validate requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Serve as a Scrum Master for one or more Agile development teams.
• Facilitate Scrum events, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach and mentor the team on Agile principles, practices, and values.
• Remove impediments and foster an environment of continuous improvement.
• Track and report team progress and metrics to stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison between the business stakeholders and the development team.
• Assist in project planning, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Track project milestones and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project success.

Required Qualifications:

• 4-7 years of experience as a Scrum Master for software development projects.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• Solid knowledge of business analysis techniques and tools.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Master certification (CSM).
• Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., GitLab, Jira, Confluence).