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Job Description:

Role Summary/Purpose:

The VP, InfoSec Solution Kanban Leader will provide hands on oversight on the application of Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe Agile frameworks in support of InfoSec Solution Agile teams. The ideal candidate will have a passion for Agile methodologies and a strong interest to help coach the Solution, improve their processes and achieve greater tool efficiency. The role will partner closely with the Solution Train Engineer, Release Train Engineers and Coach with the InfoSec Solution to promote Agile adoption, maturation and advance the agile transformation.

Our Way of Working

We're proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home, near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation and adoption of Agile methodologies across Information Security Solution.

• Provide coaching to Solution members on Agile principles, practices, and frameworks, including SAFe, Scrum, and Kanban.

• Partner closely with ART Leadership to align Agile practices with Solution goals and objectives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address impediments to Agile adoption and delivery.

• Help teams establish and track key performance metrics to measure progress and identify areas of improvement.

• Support the development and maintenance of Agile artifacts, including user stories, backlog refinement, PI Planning, and releasing activities.

• Assist in ensuring that Agile teams adhere to governance parameters regarding delivery execution and compliance standards.

• Act as a mentor to team members, providing guidance and support as they navigate the Agile journey.

• Support the Office of Agile guidelines and best practices.

• Perform assessments and analyze the results to make data driven recommendations for improvement.

• Participate and provide thought leadership across the Solution.

• Provide support for Jira and Jira Align activities.

• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Experience as an Agile Coach and Release Train Engineer

• Certified RTE

• 3+ years experience working experience as a Release Train Engineer (RTE),

• Extensive hands on knowledge with Confluence, Jira and Jira Align.

• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 10+ years experience within an information technology organization. In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree 15 years comparable experience in Information Technology and Agile program management.

• Financial Services experience.

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent analytical skills - ability to follow issues through to resolution.

• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to manage multiple moving parts at any given time through effective time-management and planning.

• Adaptability in approach, adjusting techniques based on the needs of different teams.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interface and influence at all level in the department.

• Empathy skills to relate to the perspectives of team members, helping build trust, resolve conflicts and promote collaboration.

• Ability to work with distributed teams and discernment to bring structure to ambiguous environments and constructs.

• Comfortable presenting and facilitating large groups of people for workshops and training sessions.

• Experience as a SAFe Agile Coach and RTE with demonstrated implementation of Scaled Agile framework.

Grade/Level: 12

The salary range for this position is 130,000.00 - 210,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

Eligibility Requirements:

• You must be 18 years or older

• You must have a high school diploma or equivalent

• You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process

• You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

• New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months' time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months' time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don't meet the time in position or performance expectations).

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment:

When you join us, you'll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard-but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we're building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+ (https://www.synchronycareers.com/our-culture/#diversity) , with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you'll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice:

• Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

• If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time

Job Family Group:

Information Technology