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Scrum Master

McLean, Virginia, United States

Empower, Innovate, Impact!  At Team A-TEK, we EMPOWER people to drive INNOVATION that IMPACTS mission!

A-TEK operates at the intersection of mission and innovation by applying our deep domain expertise across the federal markets. Embracing our digital-first strategy, A-TEK provides enhanced capabilities in application development, digital transformation, enterprise IT, and scientific services. Our solutions are designed to modernize, automate, secure, protect, and enhance the operations of our federal clients, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Our work is fueled by a passion to serve our clients’ needs and to protect the safety and welfare of Americans. That passion shapes how we nurture our most valuable asset – Our Employees. A-TEK actively cultivates the talent that drives our success and fosters a creative, challenging, and mission-driven work environment for current and future employees.

 

A-TEK, and its subsidiary, Mackson Consulting, are at the forefront of digital innovation, offering advanced IT services and solutions with a focus on emerging technologies. We specialize in supporting health, federal civilian, and national security missions, serving a diverse array of U.S. Departments.

A-TEK Inc. is seeking a skilled and certified Scrum Master to lead Agile delivery across cross-functional teams in a dynamic, government-regulated environment. The ideal candidate is an experienced Agile practitioner with a deep understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), excellent facilitation skills, and the ability to foster team collaboration and efficiency.

The successful candidate will bring a passion for Agile practices, a track record of delivering successful projects, and a drive to enable continuous improvement. This is a fully remote role requiring a high level of communication, organization, and leadership in supporting medium-to-large teams within a regulated or government-centric setting.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams, ensuring effective Agile practices are followed.
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Support Product Owners in managing product backlogs and grooming user stories.
  • Guide teams on Agile principles and foster a culture of self-organization and accountability.
  • Identify and remove impediments to the team’s progress while helping the team remain focused and productive.
  • Drive continuous improvement and the effective use of Agile metrics for decision-making and performance tracking.
  • Collaborate with other Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, and stakeholders to align practices and share learnings across the organization.
  • Promote transparency and trust across teams and stakeholders through regular communication and visible progress tracking.
  • Use and configure Agile project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or equivalent platforms.

Qualifications

  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification required.
  • 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, preferably within government or regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, finance, federal agencies).
  • Demonstrated experience implementing Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe®, across cross-functional development teams.
  • Solid knowledge of Agile best practices, backlog management, estimation techniques, and iterative delivery.
  • Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery within technical projects.
  • Proficiency in using Agile management tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
  • Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Additional Agile certifications such as PMI-ACP, SAFe® Scrum Master, or ICAgile are a plus.
  • Previous experience coaching or mentoring Agile teams and managing inter-team dependencies in scaled Agile environments.
  • Experience with Agile transformation or adoption initiatives in government or regulated settings.

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related engineering discipline.
  • Equivalent experience may substitute for formal education at the discretion of the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

Other Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • Must be able to obtain and retain a Public Trust Tier 2 Moderate Risk Clearance.
  • This is a remote position; candidates must be comfortable with distributed team collaboration and willing to attend periodic meetings in the DC metro area.

Why A-TEK?

At A-TEK, we are committed to delivering innovative technology solutions that protect and advance the nation’s critical missions. Our team values integrity, technical excellence, and dedication to customer success. We offer a supportive work environment, flexible remote opportunities, and the ability to work on impactful projects that make a difference.

 

A-TEK, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected Veteran status.

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