Senior Scrum Master

Leidos, Inc.
Alexandria, VA, United States
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$92,300.0 - $166,850.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Confluence JIRA Information Systems Scrum Methodology Cloud Services Atlassian Tools Devsecops

Job description

The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos is seeking a dynamic Scrum Master to support cloud modernization initiatives for the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC) in the Alexandria, VA area. This role is part of a high-impact program focused on delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions that enable operational agility and resilience across the USCG enterprise. As Scrum Master, you will guide Agile teams through sprint planning, execution, and delivery, removing obstacles, fostering collaboration, and ensuring alignment with program goals. You’ll work closely with cloud engineers, cybersecurity analysts, and program leadership to drive continuous improvement and deliver value to the mission.

Key Tasks:

  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews
  • Coach team members on Agile principles and best practices to promote a culture of accountability and transparency
  • Remove impediments and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure smooth sprint execution
  • Track and report team progress using Agile metrics and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence)
  • Collaborate with Product Owners and technical leads to refine backlogs and prioritize work
  • Support cross-functional coordination across engineering, cybersecurity, and program management teams
  • Promote continuous improvement through feedback loops and process refinement
  • Ensure alignment with USCG mission priorities and Leidos delivery standards

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Business)
  • 8+ years of experience in Agile project delivery, including 4+ years as a Scrum Master
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, or equivalent Agile certification
  • Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and DevSecOps principles
  • Experience using Agile tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar platforms
  • Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance, * Prior experience supporting DHS, USCG, or other federal cloud modernization efforts
  • Familiarity with SAFe or other scaled Agile frameworks
  • Experience working with technical teams in cloud, cybersecurity, or enterprise IT environments

Benefits & conditions

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

About the company

At Leidos, we’re not just delivering solutions - we’re pioneering the future of defense and intelligence technology. Our diverse teams of innovators unite around a singular purpose: empowering our customers to succeed in their critical missions. We believe in leading with integrity, investing in our communities, and building sustainably for tomorrow.

Shape the future of digital defense.

Our Digital Modernization sector is at the forefront of next-generation technology, architecting cutting-edge solutions in cyber defense, logistics optimization, security operations, and decision intelligence. We’re the minds behind the mission-critical systems that keep our nation secure. This position pending award of contract.

Ready to engineer solutions that matter?, Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

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