Program Manager

Remote (Onsite first day only)DescriptionDSI is searching for a dynamic and experienced Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Project Manager (PM) to lead and enhance the Agile and project management practices. This role demands a deep understanding of Scrum methodologies, exceptional coaching abilities, and a commitment to driving continuous improvement within the team. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in both Scrum and Project Management, with a focus on empirical measurement and performance optimization.ResponsibilitiesScrum Master duties:Lead and facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.Coach development teams and product owners in Scrum best practices, ensuring effective application of Agile principles and methodologies.Foster a culture of continuous improvement by guiding teams in utilizing empiricism to measure and enhance performance.Help teams set clear goals and objectives, using Agile metrics and feedback to drive iterative improvements and resolve impediments.Support and mentor team members to develop their Scrum skills and embrace Agile principles fully. - Implement and track progress through Agile metrics, providing insights and recommendations for enhancement.Experience with scaling Scrum practices across multiple teams is highly desirable. - Utilize Azure DevOps for sprint planning, user story management, reporting, and driving continuous team improvement.Project Management DutiesManage IT projects using a variety of methodologies, including traditional Waterfall and hybrid approaches, ensuring alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations. Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery, maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and team members.Apply program management concepts to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.Proficiency with Azure DevOps is highly preferred.RequirementsCertified Scrum Master (CSM) from Scrum Alliance.4+ years of experience as a Scrum Master with a product team.4+ years of experience utilizing the Scrum framework.7+ years of experience in designing and implementing project plans, including identifying needs, defining major tasks and milestones, and managing scope, resources, budget, and personnel.5+ years of experience in enterprise-level program/project planning and management, with projects involving 10+ team members.4+ years of experience using Team Foundation Server.About Diversified SystemsFounded in 1990, Diversified Systems is an award-winning Technology Services corporation providing all levels of IT project consulting services nationwide. DSI is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio with regional offices in the American Midwest and East Coast. We offer our consultants a number of flexible and competitive compensation benefit packages.Diversified Systems is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations.Diversity, Equity and InclusionDSI values authenticity and is committed to making sure our employees and partners are valued and respected. At DSI, we believe building a diverse culture is important because we know when people work together, we can achieve better results as a team. DSI realizes that everyone comes from various backgrounds. We celebrate these differences because our employees are our greatest asset as we strive to best meet the needs of those we serve. As part of our ongoing efforts, DSI is focused on advancing equality, diversity, and inclusion by setting high standards to continually evolve our culture. This includes but is not limited to recruiting, community involvement, client delivery, and career development.