Systems Engineer - Scrum Master

TL;DR

Systems Engineer - Scrum Master (Scrum/Jira/AWS): Facilitate Scrum Agile delivery for a software development team with a two-week sprint cadence, including ceremonies, backlog management, and impediment removal with an accent on Jira workflow tracking, stakeholder sprint metrics, and continuous improvement. Focus on light systems engineering support such as coordinating server certifications, executing basic AWS-related activities, and assisting with manual testing and product demos.

Location: Sterling, VA

Salary: $122,000-$253,000

Company

hirify.global provides cyber, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence mission support services.

What you will do

• Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Manage and maintain the team’s Jira board and ensure tasks are tracked and updated throughout each sprint.
• Partner with the Product Owner to keep the product backlog clear and actionable.
• Identify and remove impediments while coaching the team on Agile principles and continuous improvement.
• Track and communicate sprint progress and key metrics to stakeholders.
• Handle light systems engineering tasks, including server certification coordination, basic AWS-related activities, manual testing support, and stakeholder product demos.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph.
• Professional experience serving as a Scrum Master for a technical development team.
• Strong understanding of Scrum Agile practices, frameworks, and ceremonies.
• Hands-on experience with Jira for task, workflow, and sprint management.
• Ability to perform basic technical tasks, including server certification coordination and light AWS work.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent).
• Experience supporting systems engineering or DevOps-related activities.
• Familiarity with manual testing practices and demonstration delivery.
• Experience in mission-focused or secure environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
• 401k plan, PTO, and holidays.
• Additional insurance benefits.

Hiring process

• Interviews to assess Scrum facilitation experience, Jira workflow management, and technical support capabilities.
• Discussion of clearance requirements and fit for mission-focused, secure environments.