Scrum Master
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- Location
- Virginia
- Work type
- Onsite
- Clearance
- Top Secret/SCI
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2026
- Apply on
- workforcenow.adp.com
About this role
NS2 Mission is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support mission-critical software development efforts within the Intelligence Community. In this role, you will facilitate Agile ceremonies, foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, and help ensure successful delivery of high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate is a servant leader who is passionate about Agile methodologies and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role will support our team in the Northern VA area.
The Scrum Master will work closely with Product Owners, Technical Program Managers, Release Managers, and development teams to remove impediments, manage sprint activities, and promote continuous improvement throughout the software development lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Partner with Product Owners to maintain, prioritize, and refine product backlogs.
- Remove obstacles and resolve impediments that impact team productivity and sprint goals.
- Monitor sprint progress and communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with Technical Program Managers, Release Managers, and engineering teams to support project planning and delivery.
- Promote Agile best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Track team metrics and help improve sprint predictability and delivery performance.
- Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure alignment across technical teams.
- Support release planning and assist with maintaining project roadmaps and schedules.
- Encourage collaboration, transparency, and accountability across the development team.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Experience serving as a Scrum Master supporting Agile software development teams.
- Strong understanding of Agile principles, Scrum framework, and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and coaching teams through Scrum processes.
- Ability to identify and remove project impediments while managing competing priorities.
- Experience working with cross-functional technical teams and stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), SAFe Scrum Master, or similar Agile certification.
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community or DoD programs.
- Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, or similar Agile project management tools.
- Understanding of software development, systems engineering, or DevSecOps environments.
- Experience supporting multiple Agile teams in a scaled Agile environment.
Position Clearance Requirement:
TS/SCI with an FSP
Salary and Benefits Information:
The salary range for this position is $131,999.00 to $189,455.00. The proposed range is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, location, and contractual considerations and may fall outside of the stated range. We offer a great benefits package designed to support you and your family. View our benefits information here: https://sapns2.com/ns2-mission-careers/
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship.
We win with inclusion
NS2 Mission’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At NS2 Mission, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
NS2 Mission is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with NS2 Mission and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: [email protected].
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.