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# Senior Agile Program Manager - DC Area

- **Company:** The Squires Group, Inc.
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $228,800 - $249,600
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Capability Maturity Model, Software Documentation, Scrum Methodology, Scaled Agile Framework, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Performance Monitor
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-agile-program-manager-dc-area-washington-dc--80d3afec-ffda-4700-b3bf-ea721a7f3ea1

## About the Role

Agile Programming Methodologies, Project/Program Management, Organizational Development/Management, Operational Strategy, Agile Programming Methodologies, Project/Program Management, Performance Management, Operational Measurement, Strategic Planning, ScrumMaster, * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

 * 10+ years of professional experience, including at least 5 years leading enterprise-level Agile transformations.
 * 5+ years of hands-on experience coaching Agile teams and driving organizational Agile maturity.
 * 3+ years of project/program management or systems engineering experience managing complex initiatives.
 * Deep expertise in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and strong knowledge of additional Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
 * Proven experience developing and implementing Agile maturity models, assessment frameworks, and performance metrics.
 * Demonstrated success leading organizational change initiatives and implementing sustainable Agile practices.
 * Strong experience establishing program governance structures, documentation standards, risk management processes, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
 * Hands-on experience with Jira and Confluence required.
 * Experience managing and evaluating Agile Coaches, Scrum Masters, and cross-functional teams.
 * Strong understanding of Agile performance metrics, business value delivery, and continuous improvement methodologies.
 * Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and drive strategic decision-making.
 * Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
 * Agile or project management certifications such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), PMI-ACP, SAFe.
 * Experience supporting federal government agencies or highly regulated industries preferred.
 * Must be a U.S. Citizen.
 * Must be able to work onsite in Washington, DC.

## Description

* Lead the strategic direction and day-to-day execution of enterprise Agile transformation initiatives across multiple teams.
 * Develop, implement, and maintain Agile maturity assessment frameworks to evaluate team performance, identify improvement opportunities, and track organizational progress.
 * Oversee Agile Coaches and Scrum Masters, ensuring consistent coaching practices, resource effectiveness, and alignment with program objectives.
 * Maintain and continuously improve the Agile playbook, ensuring standardized practices, documentation, and processes across teams.
 * Establish and manage program governance frameworks, including risk management, resource planning, stakeholder engagement, and performance reporting.
 * Collaborate with senior leadership, program sponsors, and business stakeholders to align Agile transformation initiatives with organizational priorities.
 * Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure Agile maturity, team effectiveness, and business value realization.
 * Provide regular program updates, executive-level presentations, and data-driven recommendations to stakeholders.
 * Identify and resolve team conflicts, resource challenges, and operational obstacles impacting program performance.
 * Evaluate existing Agile practices, pilot innovative approaches, and recommend strategic improvements to support continuous organizational growth.
 * Utilize Jira and Confluence to support Agile program management, documentation, reporting, and collaboration.
 * Ensure Agile teams consistently deliver measurable business outcomes aligned with program goals.