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Cybersecurity Scrum Master
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United States
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1 day ago
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$0 / hour
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Senior
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Cybersecurity Scrum Master
Apex Systems
Title: Cybersecurity Scrum Master Location: Remote United States Location: Remote (Preference for Columbus, OH) Engagement: Contract-to-Hire (90 Days) Location: within footprint Job Description: Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Scrum Master to support a high-performing cybersecurity organization at our client. This individual will lead agile delivery efforts across cross-functional cyber teams, operating in a non-traditional agile environment that blends Scrum, Kanban, and flow-based practices. This role requires a pragmatic, hands-on Agile leader who can adapt frameworks to fit highly dynamic cybersecurity workflows including threat analysis, incident response, engineering, and intelligence operations. Key Responsibilities - Serve as Scrum Master across cybersecurity teams (engineering, threat intelligence, forensics, and analysts) - Facilitate Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, retrospectives, planning), while ensuring they are value-driven-not process-driven - Act as a hands-on partner to teams: - Help break down work (epics → features → stories) - Support backlog refinement and prioritization - Jump in to guide teams through challenges in real time - Identify and remove impediments proactively-before escalation is needed - Drive continuous improvement and team performance optimization - Build strong relationships and influence across: - Product Owners - Engineers - Cybersecurity leadership - Apply Agile principles in a flexible way (not rigid Scrum adherence) - Leverage data, team dynamics, and behavioral insight to improve delivery effectiveness - Mentor teams and stakeholders on Agile best practices without over-reliance on Agile terminology Required Qualifications - 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach - Proven experience supporting non-traditional Agile environments (cybersecurity, infrastructure, operations, or similar) - Strong understanding of: - Agile principles and values (beyond just Scrum ceremonies) - Kanban / flow-based delivery models - Experience working with cross-functional technical teams - Demonstrated ability to: - Solve problems proactively - Navigate ambiguity - Drive outcomes without authority - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to translate Agile concepts into practical, business-focused language Preferred Qualifications - Experience supporting cybersecurity teams or highly technical operations environments - Background working with: - Incident response - Threat intelligence - Security engineering - Experience facilitating user story mapping or advanced backlog decomposition - Exposure to applying behavioral science, team psychology, or coaching techniques - Agile certifications (CSM, SAFe, etc.) - nice to have, not required Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. Employee Type: Contract Location: Columbus, OH, US Pay Range: $65 - $65 per hour
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