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Lead Agile/Release Train Engineer

Cherokee Federal
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026

Lead Agile Coach / Release Train Engineer (RTE)

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph to be considered.

Cherokee Preting is looking for a Lead Agile Coach / Release Train Engineer to support the Defense Intelligence Agency's (DIA) Analytic Innovation Office. The Engineer will support the delivery of end-to-end expertise for designing, developing, sustaining and modernizing mission-critical capabilities.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Lead Agile Coach / Release Train Engineer (RTE) Responsibilities Include:

  • Serves as the chief Agile coach and facilitator for the Agile Release Train (ART).

  • Drives ART events and processes and facilitates Program Increment (PI) Planning.

  • Coordinates with Product Management and stakeholders and removes impediments to ART progress.

  • Coaches' teams and leadership on SAFe principles and practices.

  • Tracks and communicates ART performance metrics.

  • Ensures alignment across multiple Agile teams and synchronization with enterprise objectives.

Lead Agile Coach / Release Train Engineer (RTE) Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

  • Must have at least eight (8) years implementing and coaching agile frameworks in complex IT environments

  • Must possess an advanced Agile certification

  • Able to work independently with limited oversight

  • Experience leading small teams, strategic planning and mentoring junior staff

  • Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance

  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Preting (Preting) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Preting, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:

  • Agile Transformation Lead

  • Principal Release Train Engineer

  • Agile Program Lead

  • Program Delivery Lead

Keywords:

  • Information Technology (IT)

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)

  • Modernization

  • Technology Advancement

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.


We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please copy and paste the links to the following two sites: EEO Statement | EEO Poster

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may email “CNB.Compliance@cn-bus.com” for assistance. This email address is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the application process or status.

 

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