VG Systems is seeking a Senior Agile Transformation Lead to join a small team supporting one of our long-standing Federal Government customers. The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert in Agile processes, technologies and techniques, able to create compelling visions, roadmaps and solutions that win the support of customer leadership and foster belief and buy-in from the various project teams mandated with adopting the proposed changes. The Lead will have a strong desire to constantly learn and grow, maintaining their own knowledge of emerging Agile technologies and methodologies and finding feasible and practical ways to incorporate these new ideas into the culture.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead the organization-wide Agile transformation initiative, including developing a clear vision, strategy, and roadmap for adoption.
• Assess the current state of Agile maturity within the organization and identify areas for improvement and growth.
• Develop and implement Agile training and education programs for teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to Agile teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and other roles involved in Agile delivery.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and practices, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to remove obstacles and barriers to Agile adoption and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Establish metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of Agile practices and track progress towards transformation goals.
• Act as a change agent, advocating for Agile principles and practices and promoting a mindset shift towards agility and flexibility.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience leading Agile transformations in large organizations, preferably in the [industry or sector] sector.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean, etc.) and best practices, with relevant certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or SAFe Agilist (SA).
• Demonstrated experience in coaching, mentoring, and developing Agile teams and individuals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and drive change.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying current with industry trends and best practices in Agile and organizational change management.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Azure DevOps for managing software development projects, including backlog management, sprint planning, and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent writing and documentation skills, with ability to produce high-quality deliverables. 
• Analytical mindset with a keen attention to detail and the ability to think critically and solve problems.

Experience & Certifications:

• 10 years of experience working on IT software/application support and development as a manager, coach and/or technical lead.
• 5 years of experience leading Agile transformations in large organizations, preferably in the government sector.
• Experience leading transformations within the Microsoft Azure environment, utilizing Azure DevOps and incorporating CI/CD automation technologies, such as Selenium, SonarQube, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (or 4 additional years of professional experience). Master's degree is a plus.
• ScrumMaster (CSM/PSM) and/or or SAFe Agilist (SA) certifications are a plus.
• Microsoft Azure and/or Microsoft 365 certifications are a plus.
• Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) Associate (or higher) certification is a plus.

* Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance from the Federal Government. 

* Customer location is in Washington, D.C. but only requires minimal on-site presence. Option for full remote if customer approves based on candidate.

Why work at VG Systems?Based out of Quantico, Virginia, VG Systems, LLC is a recognized HUBZone Small Business. Working with VG Systems means you're joining a family of staff focused on providing our unique "Value Gained" IT Services to our customers. We Implement Innovation© by delivering highly optimized project portfolio management, infrastructure solutions, and project management office support to the public, private, and DoD clients.

At VG Systems you'll receive:

• Competitive Salaries
• Company-sponsored 401k Plans
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Continued Employee Education
• Remote Work Opportunities
• Generous PTO