Scrum Master

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to coordinate and facilitate communication and collaboration among multiple Scrum teams working within the NIWC Atlantic CSSP program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Agile methodologies and experience leading cross-functional teams in a dynamic cybersecurity environment. In addition, the candidate should have a solid understanding of Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) operations and cloud security strategies, as well as experience supporting defensive cyber operations in IaaS, SaaS, and PaaS environments.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum Meetings: Organize and lead regular Scrum of Scrums (SoS) meetings to foster communication and coordination across multiple teams within the CSSP program.
• Ensure Alignment: Ensure alignment across teams by identifying and addressing cross-team dependencies, risks, and blockers, particularly as they relate to cybersecurity and cloud defense.
• Guide Agile Practices: Promote and support Agile principles and practices, helping teams to continuously improve their processes and deliver value in a cybersecurity context.
• Risk Management: Act as an escalation point for risks and impediments that impact the progress of Scrum teams, with a focus on addressing cybersecurity challenges in cloud environments.
• Foster Collaboration: Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing between teams, facilitating a culture of continuous improvement in cybersecurity defense practices.
• Coordinate with Stakeholders: Collaborate with Product Owners, Project Managers, and other stakeholders to ensure that the overall program objectives are met, with a focus on delivering high-quality CSSP services to DoD and commercial customers.
• Monitor Progress: Track the progress of multiple Scrum teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, particularly in cloud security and CSSP architecture implementation.
• Reporting: Provide regular updates on team progress, risks, and overall program health to leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in a Scrum Master or Agile leadership role, with at least 2 years in a Scrum of Scrums or similar position, ideally within a cybersecurity or cloud environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading multiple Scrum teams in a large-scale program, preferably in a CSSP or cybersecurity context.
• Experience with cloud security, defensive cyber operations, and supporting IaaS, SaaS, and PaaS environments.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance at the TS/SCI level
• Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), or similar Agile certifications. SAFe certification and CSSP-related certifications are a plus.
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and cybersecurity principles, particularly within CSSP operations.
• Familiarity with cloud service security and vendor-agnostic architecture for cybersecurity defense.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and an aptitude for removing obstacles in a cybersecurity-focused environment.
• Familiarity with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar.

Preferred

• Experience with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) or other Agile scaling frameworks.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and continuous delivery models in a cybersecurity context.
• Background in Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) operations and defensive cyber strategies for cloud environments.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.