FLEX Senior Scrum Master

Additional Information

Job Number 25027115

Job Category Information Technology

Location Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States, 20814VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? Y

Position Type Management

This is a temporary position.

Global Information Security seeks an expert in Agile methodologies to lead project execution and delivery. The ideal candidate will excel in SAFe Agile framework practices while also demonstrating proficiency in waterfall methodologies. This role is pivotal in delivering critical security initiatives as part of a multi-year, cross-functional program with strict timelines and interdependencies. Responsibilities include facilitating Agile ceremonies, ensuring on-time project delivery within budget, and aligning activities with business objectives. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a proven track record of success in Agile and waterfall project management.

Shares responsibility for planning, directing, and coordinating activities pertaining to projects for the Marriott Global Information Security organization, monitors and verifies project goals are accomplished and in line with business objectives.

Required Education And Experience

• 7 years progressive project management experience with demonstrated involvement in information technology projects while working and delivering in a Waterfall environment
• 5 years Scrum Master experience while leading and delivering in a SAFe Agile environment
• Has experience in managing tasks in tools such as Jira, ServiceNow and Microsoft office
• 5 years managing Enterprise-Scale multi-year and cross-functional projects and programs while delivering against a strict timeline
• Undergraduate degree, equivalent experience and/or certification
• Scrum Master Certification
• PMP Certification
  

Other Required Attributes and Experience:

• Ability to independently drive tasks with minimal direction, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results. Highly organized and detail-oriented, maintaining accuracy and quality in all deliverables.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project management methodology and program management.
• Solid understanding of current technologies with the ability to develop and deliver projects using leading edge technologies.
• Cybersecurity project management experience
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills. Skilled in conceptualizing creative solutions, documenting them, and communicating to various levels including senior and executive level management.
• Ability to independently drive tasks with minimal direction, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
• Extremely high level of analytical ability to resolve complex and difficult issues. Takes a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Superior time management and planning abilities, capable of juggling multiple deadlines effectively, even with short notice.
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and willingness to take initiative for process improvement.
• Very high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees, and elicit work output in a team environment.
  
  

CORE WORK ACTIVITES

• Monitors and verifies project goals are accomplished and in line with business objectives
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities pertaining to the Marriott Global Information Security organization so that information security objectives are accomplished within prescribed timeframe and funding parameters
• Influences and coaches Agile teams on best practices consistent with direction set by Technology Program Management & Agile Transformation team.
• Facilitates Agile ceremonies ( standups, sprint planning meetings, sprint reviews, backlog grooming, and retrospectives)
• Serves multiple information security initiatives and Agile teams simultaneously with an objective of driving company results.
• Directs the work of Agile teams, including dependent and cross functional teams.
• Provides cross-functional visibility into status, resourcing needs, granular requirements, dates and escalations for assigned projects.
• Functions as a key escalation point to Agile teams to resolve issues.
• Partners with Product Owners in Program Increment planning and delivery
• Supports the Product Owner in managing the Initiative roadmap and product backlog effectively
• Provides/clearly communicates status, actions, risks and put forth solutions
• Manages internal and external projects from inception to successful implementation
• Adapts to a fast paced, often ambiguous and event driven environment
• Aligns change management processes and strategies with project
• Produces and presents project related materials as necessary
• Serves as a liaison with Global Information Security, and other departments such as GT, Digital, Legal and Privacy, various business functions, etc.
• Tracks and reports project status
  
  

Maintaining Goals

• Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines are met.
• Promotes the documenting of project progress accurately.
• Provides input and assistance to other teams regarding projects.
  
  

Managing Work, Projects, and Policies

• Manages and implements work and projects as assigned.
• Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Provides timely, accurate, and detailed status reports as requested.
  
  

Demonstrating and Applying Discipline Knowledge

• Provides technical expertise and support to persons inside and outside of the department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of function-specific procedures.
• Keeps up-to-date technically and applies new knowledge to job.
• Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to enter data and/ or process information.
  
  

Delivering on the Needs of Key Stakeholders

• Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
• Determines priorities, schedules, plans and necessary resources to ensure completion of any projects on schedule.
• Collaborates with internal partners and stakeholders to support business/initiative strategies.
• Communicates concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand.
• Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
• Demonstrates an understanding of business priorities.
  
  

The pay range for this position is $47.35 to $75.91 per hour.

Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue 0.0334 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 9 holidays annually.

FLEX opportunities offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.

Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.

The application deadline for this position is 14 days after the date of this posting, February 17, 2025.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

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