Scrum Master (JIRA)

Job Title: Scrum Master (JIRA)
Role Overview
We are looking for a seasoned Scrum Master to support Agile delivery and oversee the management of delivery workflows within a Client programme. The individual must be capable of working within stringent governance and compliance frameworks. The appointed Scrum Master will take the lead on Scrum deliverables, facilitating the delivery of complex solutions in secure, regulated, and often constrained settings. Expertise with Atlassian JIRA is essential, as it will be used to manage delivery workflows throughout the project.

Key Responsibilities
Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives)
Act as servant leader to Agile teams, removing impediments and enabling delivery
Manage and optimise delivery workflows using Jira Software
Work closely with Product Owners to maintain a well-groomed backlog.
Support delivery in client environments including:
Working within client governance frameworks
Managing dependencies with external suppliers and systems
Ensure Agile practices are adapted appropriately for regulated defence programmes, including supporting RADIO management from a Scrum Manager perspective.
Track and report delivery metrics (velocity, burn-down, predictability), ensuring key milestones are tracked and updated on the Project plan.
Coach teams and stakeholders in Agile best practices
Facilitate collaboration across engineering, architecture, and security teams
Support integration of COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) and bespoke applications / platforms into Agile delivery, ensuring reporting is taking place in accordance with project governance.

Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Scrum Master in Agile delivery environments
Strong hands-on experience with Jira Software (Epics, boards, workflows, reporting)
Experience working within UK government projects

Understanding of:
Secure / deployed environments
Air-gapped or restricted network constraints desirable
Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFU or similar)
Ability to manage delivery in high-compliance environments
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Desirable Experience
Experience working within client programmes
Knowledge of Client XX Digital standards or delivery frameworks

Experience integrating:
Legacy systems
Cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS-based solutions)
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices in secure environments
Scrum certifications (CSM, PSM, SAFU SM)

Key Attributes
Pragmatic Agile mindset (able to adapt Scrum to real-world constraints)
Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills
Resilient and comfortable working in complex, evolving environments
Security-aware and compliance-conscious
Proven ability to lead and support in teams Typical Environment
Multidisciplinary Agile teams, including multidisciplinary teams: client, vendor, partner and 3rd parties.
Highly regulated, security-conscious delivery setting
Mix of modern cloud-native, bespoke applications and legacy/COTS systems
Tooling centred around JIRA and collaborative platforms

Security Requirements
Eligibility client UK Security Clearance (SC)

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