Agile Master (Zero Trust Security & Global Infrastructure) (Contract) GautengHybrid ISB093351

Our client is seeking a Agile Master (Senior).

This role is pivotal in providing cutting-edge IT solutions to global operations while leading the adoption of the Zero Trust security framework-a modern approach built on the principles of Never Trust. Always Verify. Assume Breach within the Group IT Hub South Africa.

Senior-level role

5 Years IT Experience

Zero Trust Security Focus

Position Details:

• Contract Start Date:
• Contract End Date:
• Location: Midrand/Menlyn/Rosslyn/Home Office Rotation
• Role Group: DevOps
• Experience Required: 6-8 years related experience

Product / Team Context: Zero Trust ensures every user device and end connection is continuously validated strengthening organizational security and safeguarding critical assets.

This role focuses on the structured rollout coordination and transparent tracking of this modern security approach.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 5 years experience in the IT industry.
• Scrum Master certification.
• Experience in the automotive industry is advantageous.
• Combined business knowledge and Project Management skills.

Essential Skills:

• Strong leadership and enabling skills.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of Agile values and principles.
• Ability to drive structured rollout planning and execution.
• Expert coordination transparent tracking and reporting skills.
• Proactive stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Ability to understand technical concepts and security terminology to engage effectively with teams.
• Proficiency in coaching and mentoring teams to embrace Agile culture.

Advantageous Skills:

• Project management skills.
• Strong personality pronounced communication- and problem-solving skills
• Leadership skills and knowledge of facilitation situational awareness conflict resolution continual improvement empowerment and increasing transparency.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the team.
• Leadership skills and knowledge of facilitation situational awareness conflict resolution continual improvement empowerment and increasing transparency.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects and tasks
• Stress tolerant.
• Negotiation skills and customer focus
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills with ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) with both technical and non-technical colleagues / users.
• Strong ability to understand and interpret business needs and requirements.
• Strong presentation skills
• Above board work ethics
• Willing and able to travel internationally

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize and facilitate key Scrum ceremonies such as Sprint Planning Daily Stand-ups Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives.
• Provide guidance and support to the team members on Agile principles and practices helping them to understand and implement Agile methodologies effectively.
• Identify and help remove obstacles that may hinder the teams progress ensuring that they can work efficiently.
• Foster a collaborative environment within the team and between teams encouraging open communication and teamwork.
• Act as a liaison between the team and stakeholders ensuring that there is clear communication regarding project goals progress and challenges.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating discussions on how the team can enhance their processes and performance.
• Help the team track their progress using Agile metrics (like burndown charts) and ensure that they are meeting their commitments.
• Assist in training new team members on Agile practices and the specific processes of the team or organization.
• Work closely with the Product Owner/Initiative Stream Leads to ensure that the product backlog is well-defined prioritized and understood by the team.
• Promote Agile practices within the organization helping to create a culture that embraces Agile values and principles.
• Drive structured rollout planning and execution ensuring effective coordination transparent tracking and reporting and proactive stakeholder engagement and communications.
• Understand technical concepts and terminology well enough to follow discussions engage with teams effectively and make informed decisions.

Important Application Details

• Location & Relocation Applicants based outside of Gauteng must be willing to relocate.

Eligibility & Legal

• Citizenship: South African citizens and residents are preferred.
• Work Permits: Candidates with valid work permits will be considered.
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