Scrum Master

Position Type: RegularYour opportunity




In Schwab Cybersecurity Services (SCS), Office of CISO, we provide platforms, services, and security operations capabilities which enable the firm to produce successful client and shareholder outcomes securely and safely. Securing our IT assets, data, and access to applications is the core of who we are and what we do.



Cybersecurity Portfolio & Product Management has an opening for a Manager- Scrum Master role. Reporting to the Director of Execution Services, this role will be integral part of the Execution services team made of Scrum Masters and Program managers. Adapting and re-calibrating plans as the situation evolves; achieve high performance in ambiguous environments; and drives projects to closure.



What you’re good at



1-2 years of Schwab domain technology experience as a current or recent contractor or employee.
Leads multiple highly complex projects of diverse scope where analysis requires an understanding of current business trends
Creates an environment whereby the team is motivated, self-organizing and self-sufficient.
Organizes and facilitates effective Scrum meetings: backlog grooming, Sprint planning, daily Scrum, Sprint review, and Sprint retrospective.
Encourages their teams to routinely inspect and adapt.
Identifies and facilitates the removal of team impediments and escalate as appropriate.
Works with and coach Product Owners to develop, manage, and continuously groom the team’s product backlog.
In partnership with the Product Owner, track and communicate to stakeholders’ information such as team velocity, Sprint/release progress, impediments, team successes, etc.
In coordination with Project Managers, facilitate cross-team coordination and collaboration when projects require it.
Assist Product Managers, Product Owners and Project Managers with planning and grooming activities.











What you have




5+ years experience as a Scrum Master
Led agile teams as part of Agile transformation
Day to day Agile team execution and go-to person for issue resolution
Communicative and social skills – Able to communicate well with your Teams.
A thorough understanding and appreciation for the Agile values and principles.
Thorough understanding of:Backlog grooming and relative estimating
Release planning
Sprint planning
Scrum metrics such as Sprint burndown, release burnup, & velocity, to name a few
Sprint review best practices and techniques
A variety of retrospective techniques


Expert at using Jira
Expert using Confluence
Certified Scrum Master and/or other Agile certifications preferred

Desired

Bachelor’s Degree
Experience working in a Cybersecurity organization













What’s in it for you

At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance