Release Train Engineer (RTE)/Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) SME

SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively - anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.

Join the SkyePoint team and become part of a highly skilled, professional workforce dedicated to delivering mission-critical solutions. Our exceptional technical experts provide innovative services and solutions to federal agencies, making a meaningful impact every day. At SkyePoint, we value top talent and foster an environment where your ideas and contributions truly matter. Be part of a team that values excellence and rewards innovation-your future starts here!

This is a contingent position based upon customer approval.

Skyepoint Decisions is seeking a Release Train Engineer/SAFE SME to support the Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective, and secure business processes.

Location: Arlington, VA. On-site. No hybrid/telework allowed.

The Release Train Engineer (RTE) / Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) SME will keep the work of multiple teams on a battle rhythm to ensure value delivery is aligned with our government customer's vision. The RTE/SAFe SME will also coach on connecting strategy to execution and adopting an Agile mindset, and further promote Agility, SAFe, and Scrum to the entire effort.

Responsibilities:

The RTE will provide SAFe SME support, implementing SAFe by implementing a Lean-Agile Framework.
• Guide and lead the ART, and the teams through the delivery of software and services, while adopting and promoting the Agile attitude.
• Partner with Product Owners and stakeholders to define the mission value and prioritize work to help ensure strategy and execution alignment.
• Establish and communicate the annual calendars for Iterations and Program Increments (PI's).
• Establish team level cadences and ceremonies in collaboration with our customers.
• Partner with Product Management/Owners to drive the definition and refinement of the program backlog and continuously improve an efficient delivery ecosystem while maintaining required governance processes.
• Facilitate consensus and decision-making with vendors and customers.
• Provide leadership, direction, and mentoring to peers, and team members.
• Maintain metrics that provide access to team members on program-level plans, progress and quality.
• Facilitate coordination and dependency alignment between the program team and third parties, release managers, or between the team and other Scrum Teams.
• Establish and manage Risk and Quality for agile program.
• Foster a team collaborative environment that tears down silos between groups - act in a single voice.
• Develop, coach, and mentor team to advance their skills and career.
• Work cross functionally to align strategy, methodology and execution.
• Be a change agent and foster a "learn by doing" environment.
• Serve as a partner for impediment removal for the Scrum Masters and scrum teams.
• Communication and engagement at multiple levels with both internal and external partners.
• Management of matrix resources who may or may not be within a direct reporting structure.
• Actively contribute to the company's Agile and Lean Community through participation in the internal Agile Community of Practice.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline and a minimum of 14 years' of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of experience can be substituted in lieu of the degree requirement.
• Possess ONE of the following certifications:
  • CASP+ CE, CISSP (or Associate), CSSLP, Security+ CE, Project+, Agile ScrumMaster
    
• SAFe Certification.

• Experience executing Program Increments (PI's).

• Experience facilitating Program Increment Planning sessions, Scrum of Scrums, business owner syncs, and system-of-system demos.

• Experience coaching teams to execute and release value through Agile Release Trains.

• Experience working with government or business leaders to build an Agile portfolio with Lean-Agile budgeting.

• Ability to work with all roles and levels in the organization to continually optimize operational value streams and development value streams.

• 3-5 years hands-on experience in applying SAFe to scale Lean and Agile development in the enterprise.

• 3-5 years hands-on experience in applying Lean-Agile Mindset and principles.

• Demonstrated comfort in working in and with a high-trust, adaptable, team environment.

• U.S. citizenship required.
• An active Secret security clearance.
  • The ability to obtain a final Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAFe 6.0 certification.
• Experience with cybersecurity programs.

What We Can Offer You:

• At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day.
• Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched
• Certificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs.
• SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program

• Flexible Work Environment

Compensation:

Salary Range: $100,000-$116,000

The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package.

Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate's combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched.

SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

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Skyepoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer.

U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.