Project Lead And Scrum Master (remote) with Security Clearance

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Job description

KITS Job ID Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Project Lead and Scrum Master to support KITS and our government customer. This is a Remote opportunity. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. 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 Government Services is seeking a highly skilled Contract Lead and Scrum Master with a strong Agile Background to support the Global Public Affairs Office of the US Department of State. The duties of this project team are focused on Development but can assist the Program Manager as a deputy across all aspects to include Architecture, Engineering, Security, Operations, Development, UI/UX, User Training and Agile Project Management of the DOS web assets hosted on Cloud Architecture running a Content Management System (WordPress). This position will motivate a team of 9 and manage the work to the satisfaction of the customer while running Scrum boards and the agile procedures. Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to: Managing scrum boards and building value stream across multiple web assets to maintain current functionality while also modernizing to the evolving digital ecosystem. Build a collaborative and well supported team of architects, engineers, developers, quality assurance, training, security and help desk engineers with the goal of strong customer satisfaction. Install discipline through development methodology and strong processes that are well documented. Perform Stakeholder analysis and solicit the high-level goals of the customer to ensure success criteria is understood and tracked. Build engagement through strong employee performance review cycles using strong goal analysis and constant performance feedback. Perform budget forecasts and track to revenues using the tools provided by the accounting office. Establish a Jira process and create Scrum boards in Jira following SAFE methodology. Create ARTS and value streams for scrums across multiple development teams. Run project plans and schedules in areas where agile may not be the most appropriate methodology. Identifies, tracks, and resolves all project risks and issues Establishes, modifies, implements and monitors systems and procedures to enhance timely and efficient workflow Experience maintaining several schedules at any given time for various projects in various stages Support all status reporting and coordinate cross functional activities to include supporting HelpDesk. Solid understanding of Project Management methodologies, Service Management and industry best practices Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Must have proficient Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project Must be able to work in a team environment cordially and effectively, as well as being a servant leader. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to relate respectfully, cordially and freely with people (customers, employees and vendors inclusive) Must have excellent leadership abilities Must be able to motivate other employees when needed Must exhibit a high level of flexibility and an ability to multi-task at all times Must be able to work with little or no supervision Must possess good reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Must have the ability to work as a 'link person' or middle person amongst customers, employees, and vendors Must be able to listen to technical issues, blockers and tasking and translate those into workable action plans following technology expert recommendations Must write status reports that convey the team progress and alert of any upcoming risks. Must have a high-level understanding of the functions of Cloud Architecture, Engineering, Training, Help Desk, Development, UI/UX, O&M, FISMA and Agile to properly assign work to each team and evaluate performance Must have good time management ability to be able to meet up with orders and schedules Experience working closely with a Project Management Office (PMO) to contribute to processes for continuous improvement Support business development process on an as-needed basis for proposal writing/editing. Requirements: Must be clearable to MRPT (Public Trust) Project Management Training especially related to the Project Management Professional (certification) Agile Training to include Certified Scrum Master from a recognized institution. Experience in technical project executions requiring very high-level understanding of Service Management, Cloud Architecture, Cloud O&M and IT Security. Experience managing a web site project using a content management system like Drupal or WordPress. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products , (Microsoft Project , Power Point , Microsoft Word , and Microsoft Excel ) 5 years of specific experience and 7 years of general experience Education: Bachelor's degree in project/Program Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline. Equivalent professional government or commercial program management experience may be substituted in lieu of education Program Management (PMP) Certification required within 6 months of employment Certified Scrum Master preferred ITIL certification preferred Any security training or certification is preferred Required Tools/Technologies: Ability to apply principles of project management to developing large, complex schedules using an agile tool like Jira and project management tool like MS Office. Work with timekeeping and budget tools like Paycor, Unanet and Solver Working Environment & Conditions This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 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, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by 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 accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at or by calling to request accommodation. 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 . Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352

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