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# Senior Scrum Master

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Alexandria, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $92,300.0 - $166,850.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Confluence, JIRA, Information Systems, Scrum Methodology, Cloud Services, Atlassian Tools, Devsecops
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9076132/senior-scrum-master

## About the Role

* 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

## 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


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