SAFe Lead

SAFe Lead

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

• Join NAVSEA 03S as the SAFe Lead for the Navy Maintenance and Modernization Enterprise Solution (NMMES)

• Play a crucial role in leading the Agile transformation of a complex IT program supporting naval ship and submarine maintenance operations

• Guide the implementation of SAFe methodologies across teams serving over 45,000 users in global Navy facilities

• Drive the cultural and organizational change necessary for successful Agile adoption

• Align NMMES Agile practices with DoD and Navy standards while optimizing for efficiency and innovation

• Contribute to the modernization of NMMES by ensuring Agile practices support both legacy system maintenance and new technology integration

• Collaborate with leadership to ensure Agile principles are integrated into strategic planning and execution

Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and ongoing refinement of SAFe Agile practices across the NMMES program

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for transitioning NMMES teams to SAFe methodology

• Coach and mentor leadership, product management, and development teams in Agile and SAFe principles and practices

• Facilitate key SAFe events such as Program Increment (PI) planning, Scrum of Scrums, and Agile Release Trains

• Identify and address organizational impediments to Agile adoption

• Develop metrics and reporting mechanisms to track the progress and benefits of Agile transformation

• Collaborate with project managers and technical leads to ensure Agile practices align with program goals and deliverables

• Provide training and support to team members at all levels of the organization

• Continuously assess and improve Agile processes to maximize efficiency and effectiveness

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be a US Citizen with an active Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field

• SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) certification

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Agile methodologies, with at least 3 years in SAFe implementation

• Proven experience leading a project that successfully transitioned 150+ individuals to SAFe for Agile methodology

• Strong understanding of Agile and Lean principles

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills

Desired:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field

• Additional Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, PMI-ACP)

• Experience working with DoD/Navy programs or similar complex government IT systems

• Knowledge of both legacy systems and modern web application technologies

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools

• Understanding of cybersecurity requirements for DoD systems

• Experience with change management in large organizations

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to influence across all levels of an organization

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.