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Koniag Professional Services, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Scrum Master to support KPS and our government customer. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This is a remote opportunity.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Professional Services is seeking a skilled Scrum Master to lead Agile practices and empower cross-functional development teams in delivering high-quality client solutions. This pivotal role involves facilitating Scrum ceremonies, coaching teams on Agile principles, and removing impediments to ensure smooth execution and continuous improvement. Acting as a servant leader, the Scrum Master will foster collaboration, promote self-organization, and champion Agile values across the organization to drive team performance and organizational agility.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

+ Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.

+ Coach teams and the organization on Agile principles to foster continuous improvement and collaboration.

+ Remove impediments and shield teams from external distractions to maintain focus and productivity.

+ Promote self-organization, cross-functional teamwork, and transparency using metrics and visual tools.

+ Support backlog refinement and maintain documentation of team practices and working agreements.

Education and Experience:

Required:

+ Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

+ 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach

+ Demonstrated experience leading Agile teams through full project lifecycles

+ Experience with Agile project management tools (JIRA.)

+ Professional Scrum certification (CSM)

Required Skills and Competencies:

+ Deep expertise in Scrum, Agile methodologies, and scaling practices for complex projects and programs.

+ Skilled in facilitating Agile ceremonies, coaching teams, and driving continuous improvement and self-organization.

+ Proven ability to identify and resolve impediments, manage conflict, and guide teams through change and uncertainty.

+ Strong command of Agile metrics, backlog refinement, and technical practices that support team agility and accountability.

+ Excellent communicator and servant leader who fosters collaboration, balances team advocacy with business goals, and engages diverse stakeholders.

+ Monitor and manage cross-team dependencies to ensure alignment, mitigate risks, and maintain delivery timelines across all initiatives.

+ Monitor and assess risks across all initiatives to proactively identify issues, mitigate impact, and support informed decision-making.

+ Develop comprehensive support and knowledge transfer documentation to ensure continuity, scalability, and effective onboarding across teams.

Desired Skills and Competencies:

+ Experience with multiple Agile frameworks (Kanban, XP, SAFe, LeSS, etc.)

+ Knowledge of DevOps principles and practices

+ Experience working in federal government environments

+ Understanding of product management concepts

+ Experience with distributed/remote Agile teams

+ Background in software development or testing

+ Experience with organizational Agile transformations

+ Knowledge of lean principles and waste reduction

+ Experience with user-centered design and design thinking

+ Understanding of value stream mapping and optimization

+ Experience with technical practices like CI/CD, TDD, or BDD

+ Experience mentoring other Scrum Masters or Agile practitioners

+ Knowledge of team dynamics and group psychology principles

Security Requirement:

+ Ability to obtain a Public Trust

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

_Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit_ _www.koniag-gs.com_ _._

_Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352_

Job Details

Job Family** **Technical Program Management & Operations

Job Function** **Scrum Master

Pay Type** **Salary