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Suffolk, VA (On-Site/Office)
Description
Description
Information Systems Solutions (ISS) We are seeking a highly skilled Release Train Engineer (RTE) to lead the execution and optimization of Agile Release Trains (ARTs) within a complex, large-scale Department of Defense (DoD) digital transformation program. The RTE will orchestrate agile delivery across multiple product teams, facilitate continuous delivery, and ensure alignment to DoD governance, cybersecurity, and acquisition protocols.
This role is critical to the success of transforming legacy systems into modern infrastructure into secure, and scalable platforms, supporting warfighter readiness and mission-critical operations.
Key Responsibilities
Agile Train Facilitation
Program Execution & Coordination
DoD-Specific Leadership
Metrics & Governance
This role is 100% onsite.
Why Work For ISS?
At ISS we pride ourselves on providing an employee-focused and family first environment. Being a small business, we take the time to get to know our employees and have a vested interest in helping them achieve their career goals. We work to schedule regular social gatherings within the company to foster camaraderie. ISS values their employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fully vested 401(k) matching program, coverage of family medical deductibles, spot bonuses, and educational assistance to further your career.
Requirements
Clearance Level
Secret
Certifications (IAT Level II)
One of the following:
• Security+ CE
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP)
• System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• RHCSA Red Hat Certified System Administrator
• RHCDS Red Hat Certified Data Center Specialist
And
• Functional area certification (required prior to start date)
Required Skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as an RTE, Program Manager, or Agile Coach in a SAFe (Scaled Agile) environment.
• Proven experience in large DoD or federal IT programs, ideally in cloud migration or software factory contexts.
• Deep understanding of SAFe, Lean, and Agile principles, with hands-on experience running ARTs.
• Active SAFe RTE certification required (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition lifecycle, RMF, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Strong facilitation, negotiation, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
• Experience with toolchains such as Jira Align, VersionOne, Rally, GitLab CI/CD, or similar.
• Experience in Agile contract delivery (e.g., Performance-Based Acquisition, Agile Metrics in Earned Value Management environments).
• Prior military or DoD civilian experience highly valued.
Description
Information Systems Solutions (ISS) We are seeking a highly skilled Release Train Engineer (RTE) to lead the execution and optimization of Agile Release Trains (ARTs) within a complex, large-scale Department of Defense (DoD) digital transformation program. The RTE will orchestrate agile delivery across multiple product teams, facilitate continuous delivery, and ensure alignment to DoD governance, cybersecurity, and acquisition protocols.
This role is critical to the success of transforming legacy systems into modern infrastructure into secure, and scalable platforms, supporting warfighter readiness and mission-critical operations.
Key Responsibilities
Agile Train Facilitation
- Serve as the servant leader and coach for multiple Agile Release Trains.
- Facilitate PI (Program Increment) Planning events, ART Syncs (Scrum of Scrums and PO Sync), Inspect & Adapt sessions, and System Demos.
- Promote relentless improvement and lean thinking within ARTs.
Program Execution & Coordination
- Drive program-level execution across development teams, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, testing, and integration workstreams.
- Ensure compliance with DoD standards including RMF, FedRAMP, and system ATO processes.
- Track dependencies, manage risks and impediments, and provide real-time transparency to stakeholders.
DoD-Specific Leadership
- Interface with DoD stakeholders to align release plans with mission outcomes and program constraints.
- Support documentation and milestone planning (e.g., Acquisition Milestones, Clinger-Cohen Act compliance, system lifecycle artifacts).
- Lead coordination across government and contractor teams in Joint Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
Metrics & Governance
- Define and report on KPIs including velocity, predictability, cycle time, and ART health.
- Support agile governance bodies and architecture boards.
- Implement continuous integration and delivery pipelines consistent with DoD DevSecOps Reference Architecture.
This role is 100% onsite.
Why Work For ISS?
At ISS we pride ourselves on providing an employee-focused and family first environment. Being a small business, we take the time to get to know our employees and have a vested interest in helping them achieve their career goals. We work to schedule regular social gatherings within the company to foster camaraderie. ISS values their employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fully vested 401(k) matching program, coverage of family medical deductibles, spot bonuses, and educational assistance to further your career.
Requirements
Clearance Level
Secret
Certifications (IAT Level II)
One of the following:
• Security+ CE
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP)
• System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• RHCSA Red Hat Certified System Administrator
• RHCDS Red Hat Certified Data Center Specialist
And
• Functional area certification (required prior to start date)
Required Skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as an RTE, Program Manager, or Agile Coach in a SAFe (Scaled Agile) environment.
• Proven experience in large DoD or federal IT programs, ideally in cloud migration or software factory contexts.
• Deep understanding of SAFe, Lean, and Agile principles, with hands-on experience running ARTs.
• Active SAFe RTE certification required (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition lifecycle, RMF, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Strong facilitation, negotiation, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
• Experience with toolchains such as Jira Align, VersionOne, Rally, GitLab CI/CD, or similar.
• Experience in Agile contract delivery (e.g., Performance-Based Acquisition, Agile Metrics in Earned Value Management environments).
• Prior military or DoD civilian experience highly valued.
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