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SAFe Product Owner (Cyber)
Location: Dulles, VA
Must have an active Secret Security Clearance
Node is supporting a U.S. Government customer on a large mission-critical development and sustainment program to design, build, deliver, and operate a network operations environment; including introducing new cyber capabilities to address emerging threats.
Node is seeking a SAFe Product Owner (Cyber) to support the design, development, and deployment of enterprise collaboration tools.
Responsibilities Include:
Collaborating with prospective users and clients to understand and anticipate their needs translate them into product requirements and develop user stories
Leading and collaborating within Agile Scrum teams as an Agile Release Train (ART) lead responsible for the integration and maintenance of advanced, cloud-based (AWS, Azure) cybersecurity software capabilities
Leading and facilitating program & team-related Agile events (PI Planning, Release Governance, Stand-Ups, Sprint Planning, etc.) while maintaining all artifacts (Backlogs, Decisions, Priorities, Blockers, etc.)
Eliminating impediments and actively addressing issues so that the team can remain focused on achieving the objectives of the Program Increment (PI)
Escalating as needed when blocking issues are beyond a teams authority or require support from other teams
Fostering a collaborative team environment through coaching & leading appropriately
Led and faciliting preparation & readiness for ART events & assisted teams in preparation for ART activities (e.g., PI Planning, System Demos, inspection and adapt, etc.)
Collaborating within Agile Scrum teams as a key contributor responsible for the design, test, and implementation of advanced cybersecurity software capabilities
Review high-quality technical documentation, including user guides, test plans, and contract deliverable items and supporting product training
Development of risk assessments and risk mitigation countermeasures
Leading or participating in trade studies to determine improvements to system capabilities
Defining the vision for the teams product and creating a product roadmap based on this vision
Requirements
Required Skills:
U.S. Citizenship
Active Secret (S) clearance. Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
10+ years experience in software development experience
6+ years experience with Agile software development programs
Proven leadership skills in managing enterprise tools
Demonstrated experience with Lean-Agile principles, metrics, and technology and/or experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
Demonstrated experience enabling teams to self-organize, self-manage, and deliver capabilities via effective lean-Agile practices
Able to effectively work as a leader, in a group, or as an individual contributor
Experience working in an Agile development environment in a leadership role - Ability to create a vision and lead teams on large- and small-scale activities
Must be able to work collaboratively across Value Streams
Working knowledge of the full Atlassian product suite
Desired Skills:
Knowledge and experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) or similar framework
Experience and/or familiarity with DevSecOps, Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) concepts - Experience integrating with CI/CD tools such as Git, Jenkins, Cloudbees, Terraform, Ansible, etc.
Knowledge of AWS and/or Azure cloud architectures leveraging Kubernetes
Technical understanding of cybersecurity attack techniques and associated mitigation techniques
Required Education:
Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline is required.
Desired Certifications:
- AWS Cloud Practitioner, AWS Solutions Architect
- Certifications related to Agile development and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, SAFe Agilist (SA), SAFe Practitioner (SP) or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)
Company Overview:
Node Digital is an independent Digital Automation & Cognitive Engineering company that integrates best-of-breed technologies to accelerate business impact.
Our Core Values help us in our mission. They include:
OUR CORE VALUES
Identifying the~RIGHT PEOPLE~and developing them to their full capabilities
Our customers Mission is our Mission. Our~MISSION FIRST~approach is designed to keep our customers fully engaged while becoming their trusted partner
We believe in~SIMPLIFYING~complex problems with a relentless focus on agile delivery excellence
Our mantra is ~Simple*Secure*Speed~ in the delivery of innovative services and solutions
Benefits
- Medical (100% Coverage for Employee)
- Dental
- Vision
- Basic Life (100% Coverage for Employee)
- Health Saving Account
- 401K
- Three weeks of PTO
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Pre-Approved Online Training
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