Program Analyst Senior (Scrum Master) - Agile Delivery Lead Location:Remote Description: Seeking a highly motivated and self-directed Program Analyst Senior to serve as Scrum Master / Agile Delivery Lead supporting VFMP modernization teams. This role will facilitate Agile ceremonies, manage delivery health, remove impediments, and ensure alignment between team execution and VFMP portfolio priorities. The ideal candidate is an excellent facilitator and communicator who can operate effectively in hybrid governance environments and drive continuous improvement. This position is contingent upon contract award. Job Responsibilities: Facilitate Agile ceremonies (iteration/sprint planning, daily standups, backlog refinement, reviews, retrospectives). Coach team members on Agile best practices and support maturation of Agile delivery discipline. Partner with Product Owners/Government leads to ensure backlog readiness, story clarity, and acceptance criteria quality. Track and report delivery metrics (velocity, throughput, burndown/burnup, predictability) and highlight risks to milestones. Remove impediments and escalate blockers; coordinate cross-team dependency resolution. Support release planning and readiness activities; ensure alignment with portfolio schedules and governance needs. Maintain team working agreements and promote continuous improvement Required Skills: Strong Scrum facilitation, team coaching, and conflict resolution capabilities. Proficiency with Agile toolsets (e.g., JIRA/Confluence or equivalent). Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Security clearance. Desired Skills and Experience: Experience supporting healthcare operations modernization and/or federal environments. Familiarity with SAFe or scaled delivery models Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience). 5+ years relevant experience; 2+ years Scrum Master experience preferred. Preferred: CSM/SAFe Scrum Master (or equivalent) certification #CJ #dice About HigherEchelon, Inc. HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence. HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized. By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled: HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.