Leidos has an exciting opening for you, as our next Scrum Master, to play a critical role with design, engineering, development and deployment of software supporting our client’s mission to centralize and standardize Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination (TCPED) of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) across the Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE). This position provides an opportunity to have impact as part of a mission focused, solutions oriented, and adaptive team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. You will play a key role with planning, development and testing of software focused on a new OSINT workflow and data management platform.
As the Scrum Master, you will lead a multidisciplinary, Agile team engaged in building an industry-leading streaming data pipeline focused on analysis of IT and cybersecurity datasets and a workflow management tool. You will work together with systems engineers, development teams, release manager and PMO to conduct release and sprint planning using SAFe Agile methodology to accurately evaluate scope and schedule of work, identify release and sprint backlogs, lead daily scrum meetings and demos, and remove obstacles to enable the teams to deliver high-quality, working code. You will be the champion of your team, conducting regular data-driven retrospectives, and working actively to improve the process and drive team productivity. You will bring your team leadership experience to anticipate project and implementation issues, to proactively support areas that may become a concern, to manage technical debt, and to ensure successful delivery. You are curious: you ask why, you explore, you are familiar with the latest and greatest open-source tools, and are always fascinated by what’s possible and what could be better. You must be self-driven, and feel ownership over the project, team, and process. Most work will be conducted on-site at our client location in Bethesda, MD. Occasionally, some tasks may be performed remotely.
Fun stuff you will do on the job:
Coach a disciplined, distributed, fast-moving Agile team and program through Agile/Scrum ceremonies
Perform release and sprint planning
Assess the Agile maturity of the team and coach the team to contribute to relentless improvement of the overall program
Remove impediments and coach the team to remove impediments
Build and maintain a high performing team by improving team dynamics and coaching the team to maximize self-organization
Facilitate discussion, decision making, and conflict resolution
Promote proper documentation of the work within the development and systems engineering teams
Work across the stakeholders to ensure effective solutions are delivered
Assist with internal and external communication, improve transparency, and radiating information
Support the systems engineer in managing the team backlog and foster a healthy team dynamic with respect to priorities and scope
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills
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This is you:
Bachelor’s degree, technical discipline preferred and 8+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar role of software development team(s) containing a visual front-end component. Additional years of experience in lieu of degree are acceptable.
Active TS/SCI level clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a polygraph
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certification
Excellent communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills
Experience with SAFe methodology
Experience with task and ticket management tools such as Gitlab
Proven ability to balance concurrent activities
Strong knowledge and experience in software development in an Agile or SAFe environment
Ability to quickly build rapport and keep a positive and motivated team environment
Must be a US Citizen
You will wow us even more if you have some of these skills:
Experience with workflow management tools such as Appian
Familiarity with modern development approaches (serverless, containerization, cloud, continuous delivery, micro-services, event based applications)
Experience with cloud deployment and cloud-based solutions
An active COMPTIA Security+ certification
Experience supporting DIA/OSIC and/or DTP
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Original Posting:April 17, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree, technical discipline preferred
- 8+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or similar role
- Active TS/SCI level clearance
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certification
- Experience with SAFe methodology
- Experience with task and ticket management tools such as Gitlab
- Strong knowledge and experience in software development in an Agile or SAFe environment
- Must be a US Citizen
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
