Agile SME

Markon•Chantilly, VA

2d•$190,000 - $210,000

About The Position

Markon is seeking an experienced Agile Coach and Subject Matter Expert to support a client in Chantilly, Virginia. The role provides direction and management for processes or functions such as costing, compliance, funding, audit, invoicing, and information systems. It includes reviewing and analyzing project deliverables, responding to client requests, resolving problems, and ensuring assigned tasks are completed accurately and on time. The Agile SME manages agile deliverables and tracks task progress, while building working relationships with clients, partners, and vendors to support communication and resolve issues found during invoice reviews. The position also identifies non-compliance and concisely documents findings and their associated cost impacts. The position offers a stated salary range of $190,000–$210,000 per year. Markon describes itself as a consulting firm serving intelligence community, federal civilian, and defense agency missions. Benefits offered include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, training and tuition assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Requirements

An active TS/SCI clearance with a current CI polygraph is required; the posting preferably requests one from this client.
Bachelor of Science in Business Management, STEM, or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience in Agile systems management and coaching.
Demonstrated experience or leadership in a related function such as costing, compliance, funding, audit, invoicing, or information systems.
Demonstrated understanding of program management.
Ability to communicate with multiple levels throughout the client or internal organization.

Nice To Haves

Recent experience with the NRO client.
Certified Agile Coach or SAFe certification.
Experience with geospatial systems acquisitions.
Experience with OPIR (Overhead Persistent Infrared) satellite systems.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and management for processes or functions, including costing, compliance, funding, audit, invoicing, and information systems.
Perform detailed review and analysis of project deliverables.
Understand client requests and respond with deliverables.
Review problems and provide resolutions.
Complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
Manage agile deliverables and follow up on tasks and progress.
Build strong working relationships with clients, partners, and vendors to facilitate communication and resolve issues identified during invoice reviews.
Identify non-compliance issues and clearly document findings and associated cost impacts.