Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Certified Scrum Master (CSM) to join our onsite team in the Washington, DC area. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading Agile teams, driving continuous improvement, and delivering complex projects within secure, mission-driven environments. This role requires a deep understanding of Agile principles, servant leadership, and cross-functional team guidance to ensure successful delivery.

This role is contingent upon funding award and requires onsite presence at the USCG St. Elizabeths campus three days per week.

At JPI, we strive to empower our people and excel for our clients. We hold ourselves to high standards and prioritize our values of being one team with unwavering integrity. We are motivated by our mission and driven to deliver solutions that exceed expectations. Will you join us?

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams, ensuring adherence to Agile values, principles, and best practices.
• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Remove impediments and foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Coach team members, Product Owners, and stakeholders on Agile practices to maximize value delivery.
• Track, analyze, and report on team performance metrics to drive process improvements.
• Collaborate with other Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches to align organizational practices and scaling strategies.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality, security, and compliance standards within a government contracting environment.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in project management or Agile delivery, with at least 5 years as a Scrum Master.
• Active Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent certification.
• Proven experience working in fast-paced environments.
• Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and servant leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience supporting federal government or defense-related projects.
• Knowledge of scaling frameworks such as SAFe, LeSS, or Disciplined Agile Delivery (DAD).
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Rally, or Azure DevOps.

JPI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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