Agile Programming Methodologies, Atlassian JIRA, Background Investigation, Backlog Prioritization, Certified ScrumMaster, Cloud Computing, Cross-Functional, Delivery Management, DevOps, Government, Metrics, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multitasking, Onboarding, Project Execution, Project Management Software, Project/Program Management, Reporting Skills, Rural Contracts, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, ScrumMaster, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospective, Standup Meetings, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management
Location: Fully Remote (Maryland, U.S.)
Employment Type: Contract
Start Date: Immediate
Compensation: TBD -- based on skills and experience
Important Screening Requirements
- Due to client security requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
- Must be willing to support and work with a government client.
- Must be willing to undergo fingerprinting as part of the onboarding process.
- Must successfully complete a government background investigation (CJIS-type clearance).
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master / Delivery Manager to lead Agile delivery across multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you will facilitate Scrum ceremonies, coordinate cross-functional teams, remove delivery blockers, and drive projects to successful completion. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of managing complex migration, modernization, or cloud transformation initiatives while ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
- Manage multiple concurrent workstreams while ensuring timely project delivery
- Track Agile metrics, including sprint velocity, burndown, and delivery progress
- Manage backlogs, dependencies, and blocker resolution
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution
- Prepare delivery reports and communicate project status to stakeholders
- Support migration, modernization, and cloud transformation initiatives
- Utilize Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar Agile tools to manage project delivery
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, Delivery Manager, or Agile Project Manager
- Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and aggressive delivery timelines
- Strong experience with:
- Sprint Planning, Standups, Reviews, and Retrospectives
- Agile Delivery Tracking, Velocity, and Burndown Reporting
- Dependency Management and Blocker Resolution
- Backlog Management and Delivery Reporting
- Cross-Functional Team Coordination
- Experience supporting migration, modernization, or cloud transformation projects
- Proficiency with Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar Agile delivery tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM),Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent Agile certification
- Experience supporting large-scale application or database migration programs