Overview TISTA is seeking a Scrum Master in support of a critical application (IBM Sterling) within the federal agency. The Scrum Master will lead a scrum team, provide management, steer direction, administration, quality assurance, and leadership of staff execution for assigned projects. As our Scrum Master you will provide day-to-day support and management of scrum teams including quality monitoring and SME-level inputs to improve the overall performance of the assigned projects; support of configuration and release management, and assessment and authorization to VA IT development/ sustainment project(s) as needed. TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more! Responsibilities + Provide day-to-day management guidance and direction to scrum teams in the execution of tasks. + Manage resources and project based on timelines established in the project plan, and monitor progress. + Use proven software development methodologies, including Large Scale Scrum (LeSS), SAFe, VIP and Process Asset Library (PAL) that assure that all contract-driven activities are identified, documented, and tracked so that the contract shall continuously be evaluated and monitored for timely and quality service. + Act as primary interface (liaison) with client and ensure client's needs are met within the scope of this project and our contract. + Provide project financial and resource management. + Plan and conduct 'VIP Build' planning or Program Increment (PI) Planning, manage PI-Planning session in accordance with SAFe and in alignment with VA VIP process. + Provide detailed metrics and dashboard covering tasks, assigned resources, and story points including burn down charts. + Identify, communicate, mitigate and manage project risks; provide weekly updates to manager and PMSS Risk Manager on issues/risks requiring escalation. + Maintain requirements backlog and conduct requirements elaborations. + Plan and support Sprint and Build releases for all environment, and coordinate with Test and CM Manager to ensure adequate and timely support. + Collect and maintain all release documents and ensure that compliance user stories have been completed and approved by assigned Release Manager. Qualifications + 10 years of experience supporting software development programs. + 5 years of experience leading a program using either LeSS or SAFe (required). + Strong experience as a Scrum Master in an Agile development methodology. + Proven ability to lead scrum teams in the execution of project tasks and providing monitoring including risk/issues management. + Experience managing scrum teams within the VA, specifically working knowledge of VA's VIP management process (nice to have). + Knowledge of methodologies, technologies, frameworks, and toolsets such as Agile methodology, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Agility, Jira, VIP, etc. + Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) domain expertise required. + Deep understanding of scaled agile development methodologies (SAFe). + This role is the primary interface with the customer and requires high-level of professionalism; and oral and written communications skills. Education: + Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific / technical discipline. + Eight (8) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education (13 years total). Clearance: + The ability to pass a Tier 2/Modest Background Investigation Location: + Remote, USA Pay Range: + The suggested pay for this position ranges from $69,240 to $90,500 + The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location + Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses + TISTA associates are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits plan! More information can be found here: https://tistatech.com/working-at-tista/