Scrum Master

Scrum Master II - Agile Transformation (Information Security & Infrastructure) Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid)Contract Opportunity Drive Agile Transformation in Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Are you a Scrum Master with deep Kanban expertise and a passion for helping technical teams evolve the way they work?We're seeking an experienced Scrum Master II to play a pivotal role in transforming how Information Security and Infrastructure teams plan, prioritize, and deliver critical initiatives. This is a highly visible opportunity to partner with Agile leadership, influence organizational change, and help mature Agile practices across teams that are adopting Kanban frameworks and modern ways of working.You'll serve as a coach, facilitator, and change agent, helping teams improve transparency, optimize workflows, and deliver greater business value. What You'll Do

• Lead Kanban implementations from design through successful adoption
• Coach Information Security, Cybersecurity, and Infrastructure teams on Agile principles and best practices
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including standups, retrospectives, planning sessions, and workflow reviews
• Design and optimize Kanban workflows, including WIP limits and entry/exit criteria
• Monitor and improve key delivery metrics such as:
• Cycle Time
• Lead Time
• Throughput
• Flow Efficiency
• Partner with technical leaders and stakeholders to prioritize work effectively
• Identify and remove delivery impediments
• Drive Jira adoption and improve workflow visibility across teams
• Guide teams through organizational change and Agile maturity initiatives
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
• Help teams focus on measurable business outcomes and value delivery

What We're Looking For Required Experience Advanced Kanban Expertise

You have hands-on experience:

• Building Kanban frameworks from the ground up
• Coaching teams transitioning into Kanban environments
• Establishing WIP limits and flow policies
• Defining workflow stages and entry/exit criteria
• Capacity planning and workload management
• Tracking and analyzing Kanban metrics
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives

This role requires a true Kanban practitioner and coach, not someone who has only worked within an existing Kanban board. Information Security or Cybersecurity Experience

You have experience supporting one or more of the following:

• Information Security
• Cybersecurity
• DevSecOps
• Security Operations
• Vulnerability Management
• Risk & Compliance Programs

You understand how security teams manage operational work, investigations, risk remediation, and strategic security initiatives. Agile Transformation & Change Leadership

Experience:

• Driving Agile adoption across established teams
• Managing resistance to change
• Moving teams from manual processes into Jira
• Creating accountability, visibility, and transparency
• Coaching leadership and team members through mindset shifts

Scrum Master Fundamentals

• Sprint Planning
• Backlog Refinement
• Retrospectives
• Reviews
• Dependency Management
• Team Coaching
• Stakeholder Facilitation

Jira Expertise

• Board configuration
• Workflow creation and optimization
• Reporting and visibility dashboards
• Agile delivery management

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
• SAFe certification
• Infrastructure or Operations team experience
• DevSecOps experience
• Hybrid or on-premises infrastructure environments
• Security Operations Center (SOC) exposure
• Vulnerability Management initiatives
• Compliance or Risk Management programs
• Experience supporting large-scale Agile transformation programs
• Insurance industry experience

Why This Opportunity? This is more than a traditional Scrum Master role.You'll have the opportunity to:

• Shape Agile practices within critical cybersecurity and infrastructure organizations
• Partner directly with Agile transformation leadership
• Drive meaningful organizational change
• Influence how technical teams deliver high-impact work
• Help establish sustainable, long-term Agile and Kanban practices
• Gain visibility with key technology and business stakeholders

If you thrive as a Kanban Coach, Agile Change Agent, and servant leader, and enjoy helping technical teams unlock higher levels of performance, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help lead the next phase of Agile transformation.This posting is for an existing vacancy Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 - $72.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in San Diego,CA.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.