Scrum Master / BA

<div class="content-intro"><div> <div> </div> <div>At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. </div> <div> </div> <div>Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. </div> <div> </div> <div>Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!</div> <div> </div> </div></div><p><strong>Who you are:</strong><br>In your new role as a PM/Scrum Master, you will be entrusted with the dual responsibilities of steering project management initiatives and championing Agile/Scrum methodologies within the development team. Your organizational prowess and proactive nature will be crucial as you define project scopes, set objectives, and pinpoint deliverables in unison with stakeholders.</p> <p><strong>What you'll do:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.</li> <li>Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.</li> <li>Manage and track project progress, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget.</li> <li>Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.</li> <li>Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to stakeholders.</li> <li>Manage project stakeholders, ensuring their expectations are met and their input is incorporated.</li> <li>Coordinate and facilitate project meetings, including planning sessions, status updates, and reviews.</li> <li>Ensure project documentation is complete, accurate, and readily accessible.</li> <li>Manage project changes and ensure appropriate approvals are obtained.</li> <li>Track and report on project performance metrics.</li> <li>Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards.</li> <li>Facilitate Scrum events (Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective).</li> <li>Mentor the team in Scrum principles and foster an environment of continuous improvement.</li> <li>Remove obstacles impeding the team's progress and shield them from disruptions.</li> <li>Promote a self-organizing and cross-functional team dynamic to enhance communication and collaboration.</li> <li>Monitor and communicate team performance through metrics like sprint burndown charts and team velocity.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What you need:</strong></p> <ul> <li>8+ years of experience in project management and Agile/Scrum methodologies.</li> <li>Familiarity with Agile frameworks and proficiency in project management software.</li> <li>Experience in leading teams, managing complex projects, and successful delivery track record.</li> <li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li> <li>Ability to facilitate discussions, drive decision-making, and navigate conflict resolution.</li> <li>Technical proficiency in Kubernetes, Terraform, GitLab CI/CD, JFrog Artifactory, AWS Cloud Services, and open-source OpenCTI application.</li> <li>Experience