Scrum Master (Top Secret cleared)

ICF • Washington, DC • 3h ago

Description

Please note: This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.

The Work: ICF is seeking an experienced and driven Software Security Engineer to lead and oversee mission-critical initiatives in support of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). In this role, you will help safeguard applications and cloud-based systems by integrating security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.

Job Location: Although this position is remote, the candidate needs to live in the Washington DC metro area.? If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations and blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses, and also prohibits personal VPN connections.

You may be asked to travel once a quarter to an office or client site.

Our core work hours are 8am - 5pm Eastern Time with the option to start earlier or work later depending on your time zone.

What You Will Do:

Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile development teams, facilitating all core Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives

Coach teams on Agile principles, Scrum framework, and continuous improvement practices

Remove impediments that impact team delivery and proactively manage risks and dependencies

Partner with Product Owners to support backlog refinement, prioritization, and story readiness

Promote transparency through effective reporting on sprint progress, metrics, and delivery outcomes

Foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, UX, and program leadership

Ensure Agile practices align with federal program requirements, security constraints, and compliance expectations

Support Agile transformation efforts and mentor team members on Agile maturity

What You Will Bring With You:

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

10+ years of experience supporting Agile software development processes

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field.

2 years' experience working with DCSA

Experience working on federal or DoD IT programs

Demonstrated experience operating as a Scrum Master in complex, enterprise-scale environments

Strong understanding of Agile frameworks, with emphasis on Scrum

Scrum Master certification (CSM, SAFe Scrum Master, or equivalent).

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our?EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email? Candidateaccommodation@icf.com ?and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.?

Read more about? workplace?discrimination?righ t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the? Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.?

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at? candidateaccommodation@icf.com . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. ?

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$130,687.00 - $222,169.00

DC Remote Office (DC99)

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