--- title: 'Agile Scrum Master at AnaVation' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/agile-scrum-master-anavation-san-antonio-k4xt0dzya3rs' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-21' --- # Agile Scrum Master at AnaVation - **Company:** AnaVation - **Location:** San Antonio, TX - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-09-16 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-21 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/anavationllc/43d68f0b-cb68-44bf-a8cb-6228de137e2f ## Job description Be Challenged and Make a Difference In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. Description of Task to be Performed: AnaVation is seeking an Agile Scrum Master one of our cybersecurity programs in our San Antonio office. In this position, the right candidate will support managing timelines, resolving problems, and coach team members on Agile methodologies; coordinate sprints, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups; and drives transparency of contractor efforts across the cyber teams, coordinating with greater Government Agile processes. Position Responsibilities: This position keeps delivery teams running at a cadence, with well-formed backlogs and clear, transparent reporting. Responsibilities include: Facilitate Scrum and Kanban ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives) for assigned teams. Manage each project's scope and timeline; work with product owners to handle backlogs and new requests. Coach team members in Agile frameworks and guide teams toward higher scrum maturity. Remove impediments and resolve conflicts; act as point of contact for team communications. Support Program Increment (PI) planning and coordinating dependencies with other teams. Drive transparency of progress, risks, and metrics using available productivity and collaboration tools. Ensure deliverables meet quality standards at the end of each sprint. Coordinate across Cyber teams (Policy, Engineering, Operations, Penetration Testing) as assigned. Foster a productive, transparent, non-adversarial working environment. Manage the team backlog in alignment with program planning and communicate progress, risks, and dependencies transparently. Required Qualifications: - Clearance: U.S. Citizen; TS/SCI. - Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience. - Certification: Agile certification e.g., CSM, PSM I, SAFe Scrum Master, or PMI-ACP). - Location: Full-time on-site in San Antonio, TX. - Experience and Knowledge: - Mid-level comprehensive knowledge and apply expertise on multiple complex tasks requiring originality; operates with appreciable latitude in methodology and solutions; contributes to deliverables and metrics. - Knowledgeable in Agile methodology and Scrum; coordinates sprints, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups. - Manages timelines and scope; works with product owners on backlogs; resolves problems and removes obstacles. - Facilitates internal communication and effective collaboration; point of contact for external communications. - Experience with Agile tooling (Jira/Confluence or equivalent) and cross-team coordination. - Familiarity with cybersecurity and RMF delivery contexts; strong facilitation and communication skills. - Minimum years of experience - 2 years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: - Clearance: Active TS/SCI. - Education: Advanced degree in a related field. - Certification: Advanced CSM (A-CSM), PSM II, or SAFe Scrum Master. - Experience and Knowledge: - Experience supporting cyber or DevSecOps programs. - Experience supporting software factory environments. - Experience producing metrics and status reporting. - Experience coordinating multiple concurrent teams. ## Benefits Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting Competitive Pay Generous paid leave and holiday package Tuition and training reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance ## About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team. If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ## About AnaVation ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: AnaVation is a leading provider of investigative and intelligence collection, cloud and big data, and full spectrum cyber solutions to the U.S. federal government. - **Entity Type**: Private (Partnership) - **Headquarters**: Chantilly, Virginia, United States - **Founded**: 2013 - **Founders**: Charles Quillin (CEO) and Todd Graham (Co-Founder & Partner, Law Enforcement) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: IT Services and IT Consulting, Cybersecurity, Cloud & Big Data, Intelligence - **Target customers**: U.S. federal government (civilian, defense, and intelligence communities) - **Mission or purpose statement**: "AnaVation will provide innovative solutions to our customers, a culture that engages our employees, and unmatched value to both." ## Products & Services AnaVation delivers mission-critical services and solutions, primarily to the government, organized around key technical domains: - **Investigative & Intelligence Collection**: Analytical and processing services for mission support. - **Cloud & Big Data**: Engineering and architecture for secure cloud migration, data processing, and analytics. - **Full Spectrum Cyber**: Offensive and defensive cybersecurity, including architecture, engineering, and operations. - **Software & Systems Engineering**: Development of custom applications, systems integration, and lifecycle management. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed (Private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue estimated between **$5M–$25M**. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Profile as a trusted partner to the U.S. federal government; partnership structure owned by founders/partners. - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount of approx. 151 employees (+4.4% YoY). - 2,432 LinkedIn followers (+20.1% yearly growth). - Named a **Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work winner for 11 consecutive years (2016–2026)**. - Strong talent pipeline from top defense contractors (Booz Allen Hamilton, Peraton, Leidos) and universities (George Mason University, University of Maryland). ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep Government Focus**: Specialized expertise in the "hard problems" of national security, intelligence, and defense. - "**Idea of the Possible**" Culture: Emphasizes high-trust relationships, innovation, and solving complex technical challenges for customers. - **Employee-Centric Model**: Founders focus on "taking care of employees and customers" as a core business philosophy. - **Long-Term Stability**: A proven track record over a decade, with consistent recognition as a top workplace. ## Strategic Focus - **Mission Success**: Continuously investing in "Innovation" and "Service Excellence" to solve customer challenges. - **Workforce Development**: Prioritizing employee growth, technical skill development, and certifications. - **Expanding Technical Capabilities**: Seeking talent in AI, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and software development to meet evolving national security needs. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values**: Rated 4.6/5.0 on employer review sites (Work-Life: 4.7, Culture: 4.7). The culture is described as collaborative, mission-driven, and supportive. - **Work from Home / Remote**: Many roles are listed as **Full Time On-site** (e.g., Chantilly, VA; Huntsville, AL; Linthicum Heights, MD), with some **Hybrid** options available. - **Notable Perks**: - Generous company-funded medical coverage (100% dental and vision for employees and families). - 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting. - Paid training and certifications ("Life Long Learning"). - Career development programs and recognition (kudos, rewards, bonuses). - **Engineering Culture**: Focus on solving "hard problems" with a stimulating environment, time, and tools for excellence. ## Sources 1. [anavationllc.com - About](https://anavationllc.com/about/) 2. [anavationllc.com - Life at AnaVation](https://anavationllc.com/life-anavation/) 3. [anavationllc.com - Careers](https://anavationllc.com/careers/) 4. [LinkedIn – AnaVation LLC](https://linkedin.com/company/anavation-llc) 5. 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