Journeyman Project Manager/Scrum Master (USASOC – EDAT)

Kentro•Fayetteville, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones. Kentro is hiring a Journeyman Project Manager/Scrum Master to support the U.S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) Enterprise Data and Analytics Team (EDAT). This role is responsible for leading Agile delivery efforts, managing complex technical projects, and enabling data-driven capabilities across the USASOC enterprise. The ideal candidate will bridge leadership, technical teams, and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and mission-focused solutions in a dynamic operational environment. Location: Hybrid at Fort Bragg, NC (Fayetteville, NC)

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Required Certifications: One or more Agile certifications: Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or SAFe Scrum Master
Experience: 8+ years of experience in project management, Agile delivery, or Scrum Master roles
Technical Skills:
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional technical teams
Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
Experience managing data, analytics, or software development projects
Experience supporting DoD or Federal programs
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
TS/SCI
Must be a US Citizen

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting USASOC or Special Operations Forces (SOF) environments
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
SAFe Agilist (SA) or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)
Familiarity with data platforms, data engineering, and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Experience with Azure / cloud environments
Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and secure data practices
Experience working in SCIF environments

Responsibilities

Lead and manage Agile teams supporting EDAT initiatives, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of data and analytics solutions
Serve as Scrum Master, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Manage project scope, schedule, resources, risks, and dependencies across multiple efforts
Collaborate with government stakeholders, product owners, engineers, and data teams to define priorities and deliverables
Drive Agile best practices and continuous improvement across the team
Track and report project status, metrics, and risks to leadership
Ensure alignment with DoD cybersecurity requirements and enterprise architecture standards
Remove impediments and proactively resolve issues impacting team performance
Support DevSecOps and CI/CD processes to streamline delivery pipelines
Mentor junior project managers, Scrum Masters, and team members

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.
We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.
Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations.
We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking.
We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.
We work hard; we play hard.
Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day.
We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations.
In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events.
We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.