Agile Transformation Lead/SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)/Release Train Engineer - KDA Consulting : Job Details

Agile Transformation Lead/SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)/Release Train Engineer

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who embodies the intersection of agility, intelligence, and grounded execution. This role is designed for a SAFe-certified leader with AI fluency, exceptional team collaboration skills, and the ability to thrive within complex systems, legacy environments, and fast-moving transformations.

The position requires an active Top Secret/SCI + CI Poly US Security Clearance.

This is not a theoretical role. We're looking for someone who can lead, coach teams, influence executives, and build on what works while innovating for the future.

Key Job Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of Agile Release Trains (ARTs), including PI Planning and cross-team delivery alignment.

Coach executives, RTEs, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Solution Architects on SAFe practices and mindsets.

Integrate AI tools (e.g., generative AI, predictive insights, AIOps) to enhance visibility, backlog prioritization, and continuous improvement.

Navigate and improve legacy systems, enterprise policies, and compliance requirements without disrupting critical operations.

Facilitate value stream identification, Agile maturity assessments, and enterprise-wide change adoption.

Serve as a systems thinker—identifying dependencies, constraints, and opportunities for optimization across business and IT.

Communicate complex technical and business concepts clearly to executive stakeholders and delivery teams.

Champion psychological safety, servant leadership, and cross-functional collaboration within distributed environments.

Track and report on key flow, delivery, and value metrics (e.g., lead time, throughput, OKRs) to drive continuous improvement.

Align technology teams with business outcomes through Lean Portfolio Management and Agile governance practices.

Required Qualifications

SAFe SPC, RTE, or equivalent certification with hands-on implementation experience.

Demonstrated experience leading ARTs and coaching across all levels of the organization.

Strong working knowledge of Agile tools (e.g., Jira Align, ServiceNow, Miro).

Experience working within or alongside legacy architectures and regulated environments.

Proven ability to deliver in enterprise settings with multiple systems, stakeholders, and funding models.

Experience integrating or leveraging AI and analytics tools to improve planning, insight, or automation.

Exceptional communication, coaching, facilitation, and servant leadership skills.

Comfortable leading from the front, supporting from behind, or collaborating side-by-side.

Preferred Traits

• Deep systems thinker with Lean-Agile mindset.
• Strong grounding in DevOps, continuous delivery, and transformation strategy.
• Skilled at navigating enterprise governance and inspiring grassroots innovation.
• Fiercely collaborative, ego-free, outcomes-focused.
• Emotionally intelligent leader capable of driving clarity, alignment, and momentum in complex environments.

Core Values

• Lead from where you are.
• Respect the legacy, build the future.
• Create clarity, deliver value, empower people.

Job Requirements

• Active TS/SCI + CI Poly U.S. Government Security clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Sixteen (16) years of relevant professional experience.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional networking ability.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

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