SAIC

Deputy Project Manager / Scrum Master

SAIC • $110K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Pennsylvania, US
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain DHS Public Trust security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree with 9 years in Project Management or Scrum Master role
  • Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
  • Hands-on experience with Atlassian Jira and Confluence
  • Exceptional communication skills for technical concepts
  • Ability to identify risks and manage project dependencies
  • Strong leadership capabilities for team guidance
  • Team-oriented mindset with multitasking ability

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Project Manager in planning and monitoring project deliverables
  • Serve as Scrum Master, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies
  • Coach teams on Agile principles and ensure adherence
  • Proactively resolve impediments affecting team progress
  • Facilitate backlog refinement sessions for user stories
  • Act as a liaison between stakeholders and project teams
  • Collaborate on Program Increment planning with leadership
  • Maintain project health tracking in Jira and Confluence
  • Identify and implement process improvements
  • Ensure project documentation is accurate and up-to-date

Benefits

  • Work in a highly organized and proactive team
  • Foster a high-performing Agile environment
  • Opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Engagement with diverse teams and stakeholders
  • Support for professional certification development
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is currently seeking a highly organized and proactive Deputy Project Manager / Scrum Master to join our team. This role is critical in ensuring the successful execution of project objectives while fostering a high-performing Agile environment. The successful candidate will support the Project Manager in daily operations, risk management, and resource coordination, while simultaneously serving as a Scrum Master to facilitate team ceremonies, remove impediments, and drive continuous improvement.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Project Support: Assist the Project Manager in the planning, execution, and monitoring of project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Agile Leadership: Serve as the Scrum Master for one or more teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives).
  • Team Coaching: Coach the team on Agile principles, ensuring adherence to the Definition of Ready and Definition of Done.
  • Impediment Removal: Proactively identify, track, and resolve roadblocks that hinder team velocity or project progress.
  • Backlog Management: Facilitate backlog refinement sessions, ensuring user stories are well-defined, prioritized, and contain clear acceptance criteria.
  • Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a primary point of contact between stakeholders, engineering teams, and project leadership to ensure transparent communication regarding project status, risks, and dependencies.
  • Program Alignment: Collaborate with clients and leadership to support Program Increment (PI) planning, ensuring team objectives are aligned with broader program goals.
  • Tooling & Reporting: Maintain project health and progress tracking within Atlassian Jira and Confluence; generate reports on sprint metrics, team velocity, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in team workflows and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and quality.
  • Documentation: Ensure project documentation, including business processes and technical expectations, is accurate, scalable, and up-to-date.


Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust security clearance.
  • Experience: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 9 years of experience in a Project Management, Scrum Master, or relevant role, with a proven track record of managing Agile teams.
  • Agile Expertise: Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and experience facilitating ceremonies in a fast-paced environment.
  • Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Atlassian Jira and Confluence, including board configuration, reporting, and workflow management.
  • Communication: Exceptional facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify risks, manage dependencies, and mitigate roadblocks effectively.
  • Leadership: Ability to support the Project Manager in day-to-day operations and provide guidance to team members.
  • Collaboration: A team-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across diverse disciplines.

Preferred Skills and Certifications:
  • Professional certifications, such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or Project Management Professional (PMP), are highly desirable.
  • Experience working within a government or federal contracting environment is a plus.


About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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