Senior Agile Program Management Advisor

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Agile program management SME to lead and support our Agile program management transformation journey. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodology (e.g., Scaled Agile (SAFe)) principles and practices, with a proven track record of implementing Agile methodologies across various teams and projects. The Agile program management SME will work closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and leadership to drive continuous improvement and ensure successful delivery of high-quality products and services.

 Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead the implementation and transformation of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) within and across multiple organizations.
• Facilitate SAFe ceremonies, such as PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, System Demos, and Inspect and Adapt as part of Agile Release Train (ART).
• Provide coaching and guidance to Agile teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and leadership on SAFe practices and principles.
• Develop and deliver SAFe training programs to build Agile capabilities across the organization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize the program and portfolio backlogs (emphasis).
• Assist in the identification and resolution of impediments that impact Agile team performance and delivery.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements.
• Track and report on key performance metrics to measure the success and maturity of the Agile transformation (emphasis).
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in Agile and SAFe methodologies.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with poly is required. 
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 20+ years of related experience with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in implementing Agile methodologies across portfolio, program and project levels.
• SAFe certifications (e.g., SAFe Product Owner (POPM)), Agile Release Train Engineer, SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), SAFe Agilist (SA) and etc.) are required.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.