Lead Agilist

Core4ce is seeking an experienced and dedicated Lead Agilist to join our team supporting the Integrated Healthcare Transformation (IHT) initiative. In this role, you will provide strategic Agile leadership and enterprise transformation expertise in support of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, Agile Release Trains (ARTs), and program teams, driving the adoption, implementation, and continuous improvement of Agile and SAFe practices across a complex healthcare technology environment. Responsibilities Lead enterprise-wide Agile transformation initiatives, providing strategic guidance and expert consultation on Agile principles, frameworks, and best practices. Serve as the primary Agile and SAFe subject matter expert supporting large-scale modernization and transformation efforts within the VHA. Design, implement, and mature Agile operating models that align with organizational goals, mission objectives, and regulatory requirements. Provide leadership and coaching to executives, managers, Product Managers, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Release Train Engineers (RTEs), and development teams. Facilitate and support SAFe implementation activities, including Lean Portfolio Management, Program Increment (PI) Planning, Inspect and Adapt events, and Agile Release Train launches. Assess organizational Agile maturity and develop transformation roadmaps to improve agility, delivery effectiveness, and business outcomes. Identify organizational impediments to Agile adoption and recommend solutions to improve collaboration, transparency, and delivery performance. Develop and deliver Agile and SAFe training, workshops, and coaching sessions for stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Establish and monitor Agile metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and reporting mechanisms to evaluate transformation progress and effectiveness. Collaborate with government stakeholders, contractors, and technical teams to ensure alignment of Agile practices with healthcare technology modernization objectives. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, servant leadership, and customer-centric delivery. Provide thought leadership on emerging Agile methodologies, practices, and industry trends, particularly within healthcare and healthcare IT environments. This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth. Qualifications Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance. Master's degree in Information Technology, Business, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field. Minimum of 15 years of experience leading Agile transformations and large-scale Agile implementations within medium to large organizations. Certified SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC) or Certified SAFe Practice Consultant-Trainer (SPCT) certification is required. Demonstrated expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience adopting and scaling Agile practices across enterprise environments. Extensive experience implementing and supporting the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) at the enterprise level. Proven experience coaching and mentoring executive leadership, program leadership, and delivery teams through Agile transformations. Experience leading multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and large-scale SAFe implementations. Experience establishing Agile governance, metrics, and continuous improvement frameworks. Strong facilitation, communication, stakeholder management, and organizational change management skills. Experience supporting healthcare, healthcare technology, or health IT modernization initiatives. Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change across complex organizational structures. Preferred Experience supporting federal government agencies, particularly the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Additional Agile certifications such as Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), PMI-ACP, ICAgile, or related credentials. Experience with Lean Portfolio Management (LPM), DevSecOps, and product-centric operating models. Familiarity with healthcare interoperability, electronic health records (EHR), or healthcare digital transformation initiatives. Why Work for Us? Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes. We offer: 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, withimmediatevesting Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce Unlimitedaccess totrainingand certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development Tuition assistancefor job-related degrees and courses Paidparental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing. Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Core4ce