Posted 29 July, 2026
Scrum Master - National Security
Sanderson Government and Defence
Manchester, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Scrum Master | National Security | Manchester | Competitive Salary + DV Bonus + BenefitsAre you a Scrum Master who wants to do more than run standups and update Jira boards? Ready to work on software and cloud programmes that actually matter - at the cutting edge of what technology can do in the national security space?We're working with a large, well-established enterprise business with over a decade of delivering high-impact technology programmes for government and defence clients. They are trusted at the highest levels of the sector and their work spans cloud platforms, software development, and data and AI - all within secure environments.The RoleYou'll embed within high-performing engineering teams, driving agile delivery across complex, mission-critical software and cloud programmes. This is not a box-ticking agile role - you'll be working with talented engineers and technical leads on some of the most sophisticated technology programmes in the UK.What You'll Be DoingFacilitating agile ceremonies and driving continuous improvement across delivery teamsRemoving blockers and creating the conditions for engineering teams to do their best workWorking across a portfolio spanning cloud, software, and data/AI programmesCollaborating with technical leads, product owners, and senior stakeholdersChampioning agile best practice within a complex, secure delivery environmentWhat We're Looking ForProven experience as a Scrum Master on software, cloud, or data programmesComfortable working within large, complex delivery environmentsStrong facilitation and stakeholder management skillsExperience in or exposure to national security, defence, or regulated environmentsDV clearance is an essential requirement for this roleWhy This Role?This business has spent over ten years building a reputation as one of the most trusted technology partners in the national security sector. They work on programmes that genuinely push the boundaries of what secure technology can achieve - and they invest seriously in the people who deliver them. Manchester is a growing hub for national security technology work - and this business is at the centre of it.What's on OfferCompetitive base salary dependent on experienceUp to £10,000 DV clearance bonusComprehensive corporate benefits packageInvestment in your ongoing development and career progressionFurther DetailsLocation: ManchesterClearance: DV essentialSalary: Competitive + DV bonus + benefitsReasonable Adjustments:Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.TPBN1_UKTJ
