Scrum Master

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

The CACI team is looking to add an experienced Scrum Master to their growing software development contract with the Department of State in Rosslyn, VA. The Scrum Master will be an integral part of the Agile team responsible for preparing and facilitating daily scrum meetings, biweekly sprint planning, review, retrospective, and backlog refinement sessions.

Responsibilities:

Guide scrum-team through all sprints of a program increment, removing impediments and championing the team

Organize and facilitate sprint planning and release planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and other agile related events 

Track and communicate team metrics and sprint/release progress to all teams and management

Assist the scrum team in developing and estimating user stories that are clearly articulated with well-defined acceptance criteria

Update agile tracking systems to provide transparency on product and sprint backlogs

Assist with internal and external communication

Assist product owners with backlog refinement

Assist team with making appropriate commitments through story selection and task definition

Determine and remove impediments that interfere with the ability of the teams to deliver assigned goals

Facilitate discussion and conflict resolution

Promote continuous improvement and help teams to increase velocity

Promote a collaborative team environment that fosters experimentation, creativity, and innovation
 

Qualifications:

Required: 

Must have an active Secret security clearance.

6+ years of experience working in Agile as a Scrum Master, managing teams and people

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, and work experience

Experience leading Agile Scrum teams in a cloud environment.

Strong understanding of DevSecOps and /or software/application development processes

Advanced knowledge of systems engineering principles, methods, and techniques

Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Experience with Atlassian Agile Products; specifically, JIRA and Confluence

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Certification

Desired:

5+ years of experience working within the DoD or IC Community

Scaled Agile Framework for the enterprise (SAFe) Agilest Certification

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$109,800 - $241,600

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.