Project Manager/Scrum Master

Astraeus Operations LLC • Melbourne, FL

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About The Position

The Project Manager/Scrum Master leads a dynamic team through the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), providing enterprise application support services to help ensure the secure, reliable, and uninterrupted availability of INL/A Management Information Systems. The role leads and facilitates Agile practices in support of the Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Office of Aviation (INL/A), providing technology services that support its missions and the national security and economic interests of the nation.

The position manages operational and technical program activity and coordinates with the Program Manager on schedule, scope, quality, and cost. It oversees project delivery across multiple teams and phases, guides Agile teams and practices, monitors progress and quality, and works with senior client leadership. The role also participates in hiring and onboarding and reviews and approves employee timecards. Travel may be required for special projects, both CONUS and OCONUS.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; the education requirement may be substituted with 8 or more years of relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Scrum Master or Agile certification required within 90 days of hire, such as CSM, SAFe, or PMI-ACP.
• Background check and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Proven experience leading dynamic teams.
• Strong proficiency with MS Project and other scheduling tools.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a Scrum Master in an Agile delivery environment.
• Experience managing projects through the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience managing project costs, schedule, and scope.
• Ability to motivate and lead a high-performing team, attract recruits, and retain highly qualified staff.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Detailed knowledge of Agile processes, ceremonies, and tools.
• Proficiency with Agile project management tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, Trello, or similar.
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort coordinating a large Agile team.
• Strong verbal, written, listening, and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Project management certification, such as PMP.
• Hands-on experience using Azure DevOps for Agile project and program management.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational and technical aspects of program activity.
• Coordinate with the Program Manager to manage schedule, scope, quality, and cost.
• Create and maintain program schedules across multiple teams and delivery phases.
• Ensure Agile practices are followed, including stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Plan, organize, direct, and guide team members’ activities.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and review project deliverables.
• Build relationships that encourage collaboration, transparency, and innovation across a medium or large cross-functional team.
• Lead end-to-end project management for technology and software development projects, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Serve as a Scrum Master/Agile Delivery Lead, facilitating adherence to Scrum and Agile best practices.
• Manage SDLC-based project management processes in alignment with organizational and contractual requirements.
• Manage backlogs, user stories, sprint planning, and delivery tracking across Agile teams.
• Promote Agile quality practices, coordinate across organizations, and serve as a resource for questions.
• Monitor project progress by tracking activity, resolving problems, publishing progress reports, and recommending actions.
• Prepare technical reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Work with the Program Manager to collaborate with senior-level client leadership teams in client-delivery engagements.
• Participate in hiring and onboarding.
• Review and approve employee timecards.
• Travel for special projects as required, including CONUS and OCONUS travel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A broad range of benefits.
• Well-being programs.
• Professional development opportunities, including on-the-job learning experiences and formal development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager