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Job#: 3029165 Job Description: Overview We are seeking a senior‑level Scrum Master / Project Manager to support a critical Identity and Access Management (IAM) initiative, with a strong focus on Privileged Access Management (PAM) . This role is a hybrid position , combining traditional Scrum Master responsibilities with project management and reporting duties. Key Responsibilities Scrum Master Responsibilities Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand‑ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming Guide teams through sprint execution and ensure delivery against commitments Support Agile best practices across both project‑based and BAU (Business‑as‑Usual) workstreams Act as a servant leader, helping teams remove blockers and improve delivery velocity Project Management & Reporting Own project reporting responsibilities, including status updates and milestone tracking Ensure accurate updates within JIRA, feeding into automated reporting systems Manage both project deliverables and ongoing operational work due to the team’s hybrid structure Coordinate timelines, dependencies, and governance requirements across initiatives IAM / PAM Program Support Support a large‑scale Privileged Access Management Definition and Policy Baseline initiative Partner with application teams and business owners to drive PAM adoption and governance Support updates to Tier 0 and Tier 1 applications in alignment with PAM standards Assist with policy updates, governance enhancements, and identity lifecycle cleanup activities Support additional IAM efforts including: SSH key management Application Identity Management Framework activities Cleanup of legacy identity records Stakeholder & Team Collaboration Act as a liaison between Cyber, IAM, and Application teams Coordinate with multiple sub‑teams under the IAM umbrella (policy, PAM, SSH, and operations teams) Engage with senior stakeholders and leadership as part of the interview and delivery process Work closely with internal team members responsible for day‑to‑day execution and governance Tools & Technologies PAM Tool: BeyondTrust (explicitly confirmed; not CyberArk) Project Tracking: JIRA Methodologies: Agile / Scrum with integrated project management reporting Required Experience & Qualifications 7+ years of experience in a Scrum Master and/or Project Manager role Proven experience working in hybrid Agile / PM environments Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts Exposure to Privileged Access Management (PAM) programs and governance Ability to manage senior‑level stakeholders and complex team dynamics Experience coordinating across multiple technical and non‑technical teams Comfortable operating in highly regulated, security‑focused environments EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178 . Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview