Program Manager / Scrum Master

ob Title: Program Manager / Scrum Master (Contingent Upon Award)
Hiring Company: Diligent Consulting Inc.
Client: Government Publishing Office (GPO)
Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid/On-site)
Remote Requirement: Must reside within commuting distance of GPO HQ in Washington, D.C. for monthly and ad hoc in-person meetings
Clearance: Public Trust or ability to obtain (higher clearance may be required)
Estimated Period of Performance: September 1, 2025 - September 30, 2029
Overview:

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Lead the Mission. Deliver Secure Innovation.
Join Diligent Consulting Inc. as the Program Manager / Scrum Master for a high-impact federal cybersecurity initiative supporting the Government Publishing Office (GPO). The GPO SecDevOps Program is a cybersecurity modernization effort aimed at strengthening the agency's enterprise security posture through the implementation of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and secure DevOps practices.

This is a senior technical and operational leadership role driving the delivery of secure, resilient solutions that align with Technology Reference Models (TRM) and Zero Trust strategies while ensuring full compliance with federal security mandates.
Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all contract activities, coordinating with GPO stakeholders, including the COR and ISSM.
• Oversee all phases of contract execution, including scope management, compliance tracking, and performance reporting.
• Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.
• Manage team performance, program risks, and blockers to ensure timely delivery of program objectives.
• Ensure that technical solutions align with Zero Trust Architecture, FISMA, and RMF requirements.
• Support compliance reporting, documentation development, and technical quality assurance.
• Foster collaboration among cross-functional DevSecOps teams including engineers, analysts, and cyber specialists.
• Provide regular status updates and briefings to executive and technical stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum Experience:
  
  • At least 10 years of progressive experience in IT program management, cybersecurity operations, or Agile software/system development within federal or large-scale enterprise environments.
  • Demonstrated leadership of Agile or SAFe delivery teams in a cybersecurity or DevSecOps environment.
  • Proven success managing technical teams and delivering solutions in alignment with RMF, FISMA, and Zero Trust frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of federal compliance requirements and security best practices.
• Certifications (Required):
  
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
• Certifications (Preferred):
  
  • SAFe Agilist (SA), SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or other relevant Agile certifications
  • ITIL, CISSP, or other cybersecurity/governance certifications
• Education:
  
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related technical discipline
  • Substitution: Two additional years of experience may be substituted for the Master's degree if the candidate holds a recognized certification (e.g., PMP or CSM)
• Other Requirements:
  
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance (or higher, if required)
  • Reside within commuting distance of Washington, D.C. for onsite engagements

Why Join Diligent?

Diligent Consulting Inc. is a veteran-owned technology company providing mission-critical IT and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies. As a leader on the GPO SecDevOps Program, you'll help drive the future of federal cybersecurity innovation, working with elite teams in a collaborative, Agile-driven environment.