Agile Scrum Lead & Backlog Analyst

Agile Scrum Lead & Backlog Analyst We are seeking an experienced Agile Scrum Lead & Backlog Analyst to guide high-performing delivery teams, maintain a healthy backlog, and ensure smooth sprint execution. This role combines hands-on Scrum leadership with disciplined backlog management and strong analytical skills. It is primarily remote (about 85%), with occasional onsite work 2–4 times per month in Washington, DC. Responsibilities Lead core Scrum ceremonies: sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, feature refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Perform daily backlog health checks; manage grooming and prioritization with Product Owners and stakeholders. Capture and translate business and technical needs into clear epics, features, and user stories. Configure and maintain Azure DevOps boards, sprints, iterations, dashboards, queries, analytics, and delivery plans. Facilitate workshops and cross-team forums to define requirements and align priorities. Manage team calendars, collaboration cadence, and communications via Microsoft Teams. Maintain all position-based Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and update them as needed or requested. Qualifications Proven experience as a Scrum Master, Agile Lead, or Backlog Analyst. Strong working knowledge of Azure DevOps and Agile delivery frameworks. Excellent facilitation, communication, and requirements-analysis skills. Ability to maintain backlog discipline and drive predictable, high-quality delivery. If you thrive in collaborative, fast-paced Agile environments and enjoy turning complexity into clarity, we’d like to hear from you. HUBZone residency is not required, but candidates living in a HUBZone are given hiring preference. Proof of residency will be needed if selected. VG Systems, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled