Scrum Master

Position Description

Valiant Solutions is seeking a Scrum Master to join our rapidly growing and innovative team!

The Scrum Master will join our agile software development practice supporting an environmentally focused Federal Government client. The agency's programs aim to promote environmental sustainability and protect the natural resources of our planet. As part of this contract, we will be supporting the agency's efforts to develop and maintain information systems that facilitate the tracking and reporting of environmental data. Our team will work closely with the agency to ensure that the information systems are secure, compliant with accessibility standards, and support the agency's business processes.

Scrum Master will work closely with other Team Valiant members, the Federal government agency and other stakeholders to support the development and maintenance of multiple information systems. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of agile principles and methodologies, with a focus on Scrum practices. The Scrum Master will facilitate agile ceremonies, work with stakeholders to prioritize and plan work, and remove impediments to progress.

Named one of the Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work every year since 2014, Valiant is proud of our employee-centric culture and commitment to excellence. If you are interested in learning more about Valiant and this opportunity, we invite you to apply now!

Location: Remote  This position allows for 100% remote work. Remote work requires a high level of trust in our employees, and we strictly adhere to the details outlined in our Remote Work Policy below. 

Eligibility Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.   

Required Education / Certifications: Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

Required Experience:

• At least five years of experience as a Scrum Master, with a focus on supporting complex IT projects.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) required
• Experience working in a government contracting environment.
• Deep understanding of agile principles and methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
• Strong facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve impediments to progress.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and empower the team to deliver high-quality work.
• Experience working with agile project management tools, such as Jira
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, preferred, but not required

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
• Work with the stakeholders to prioritize and plan work.
• Remove impediments to progress, including managing dependencies and addressing conflicts.
• Ensure the team is focused and productive, and that the work is aligned with the project goals and objectives.
• Coach the Scrum team on Agile and Scrum principles, help them understand their roles and responsibilities, and guide them to self-organize and make decisions as a team.
• Identify and remove roadblocks that hinder the team's progress. Work with the Product Owner to ensure that the Product Backlog is clear, prioritized, and understood by the team.
• Monitor the team's progress and make sure that they are working towards the Sprint Goal. 
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, where the team is empowered to identify and implement process improvements.
• Ensure that the team has a clear understanding of the work and that the requirements are well-defined and understood.
• Provide status updates to stakeholders, including project progress and risks.
• Help ensure that the team adheres to agile principles and practices, while also complying with the contract requirements.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team. Encourage the team to reflect on their work and identify areas for improvement. Help the team implement changes and adjustments to their process.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including the Product Owner, to ensure that the team is meeting the needs of the business. Communicate the team's progress and any issues or risks to stakeholders as needed.

Methodologies and Tools:

• Agile methodologies (e.g. Scrum, Kanban)
• Project management tools (e.g. JIRA, Trello, Asana)
• Code repository tools (e.g. GitHub, Bitbucket)
• Continuous integration/continuous deployment methodology and  tools (e.g. Jenkins)
• Testing frameworks (e.g. Selenium, Appium, JUnit)
• Communication and collaboration tools (e.g. Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom)
• Cloud computing platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• DevOps practices (e.g. infrastructure as code, automation, monitoring)
• Knowledge of programming languages and software development practices

About Valiant Solutions

Valiant Solutions delivers cybersecurity and IT services to federal civilian, defense, and national security customers nationwide. We support the full cyber lifecycle, from secure system design and accreditation through AI-enabled operations, threat emulation, and continuous improvement, across classified and unclassified environments. Our work is independently certified for quality and security, including CMMI, CMMC, and ISO certifications.

Valiant is a multi-year Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work winner, and our growth and cyber leadership have been recognized by Washington Technology, Northern Virginia Technology Council, and the Triangle Business Journal. We offer strong benefits, rewards for earning industry certifications, and room to grow your career as we grow. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, our distributed workforce supports customers from coast to coast. We go where the stakes are highest, and the margin for error is zero. If you want meaningful work alongside talented professionals, apply today.

Benefits Snapshot

Valiant takes care of the people who support our customers, with real choices in coverage and real investment in your career. Eligible full-time employees receive:

• A choice of medical plans, from an affordable HSA option to a full-featured PPO, with generous company contributions
• Dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Optional supplemental life, accident, and critical illness coverage to round out your protection
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off that grows with your years of service, plus paid federal holidays
• Paid certifications, professional development, and the Valiant University training portal
• Flexible spending accounts and a wellness and fitness program
• Referral bonuses when you help us bring great people to Valiant 

Benefit eligibility and plan details are subject to the terms of each plan and may change from time to time.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000 to $127,000. This range reflects Valiant Solutions' good-faith estimate of the base salary reasonably expected for this position upon hire, at the time of posting. The range has been established based on the scope of the role, market rates, and internal equity. Where a candidate falls within the posted range will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, experience, qualifications, achievements, education, geographic location, applicable security clearance requirements, additional corporate responsibilities, and other legitimate, non-discriminatory business considerations. The posted range does not guarantee an offer at any particular salary. In addition to base salary, this position includes the benefits described above. 

Remote Work Policy (Remote and Hybrid Positions Only)

Remote work necessitates a high level of trust in our employees. To ensure that employee performance does not suffer in a remote work environment, all employees who telecommute are expected to have a quiet and distraction-free workspace with adequate internet, dedicate their full attention and availability to their job duties during working hours, and maintain a schedule during core business hours that aligns with those of their coworkers and Valiant's clients. In alignment with Valiant's inclusive and engaging environment, cameras are encouraged and can be required to be on during virtual video conferences. Additionally, in alignment with the Office of the Inspector General’s effort to eliminate conflicting employment, all Valiant employees are required to disclose any current or future outside employment engagements. During onboarding and throughout employment, employees must disclose any current activities or intent to engage in outside employment or other professional activities and obtain written approval.  Employees may not solicit or conduct any outside business during core business hours for Valiant Solutions and our clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valiant Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Valiant Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected].

Physical Demands

Sitting or standing at a desk for prolonged periods and consistently operating a computer. Frequent communication and exchanging of accurate information via electronic communication, phones, and in person. Occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information

By submitting your resume for this position, you authorize Valiant Solutions to share your resume, as well as personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates, and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education, and experience. Should Valiant Solutions or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre-employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related employment documents.

#LI-JM1