Paul Agirka Adzeyuf
Columbia, MD • 240-***-**** • **********@*****.*** • Secret Clearance
Professional Summary
Certified Agile Scrum Master and Project Manager with over 10 years of experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-value products and managing complex projects. Proven expertise in Agile frameworks, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and project management methodologies. Adept at aligning project goals with business objectives, managing risks, and ensuring successful project delivery within scope, time, and budget. Holder of multiple certifications, including SAFe Scrum Master, PMP, and PSM II, with a strong track record in leadership, strategic thinking, and measurable outcomes. Core Competencies
Agile Delivery · Scrum/Kanban/SAFe · Project Lifecycle Management · Risk Mitigation Team Coaching · Stakeholder Management · Sprint Planning & Retrospectives Backlog Management · Jira · Azure DevOps · Confluence · Resource Allocation Budget Management · Agile Metrics & Reporting · Cross-Team Facilitation Certifications
SAFe 6 Scrum Master – September 2024
PSM II – Professional Scrum Master II – May 12, 2022 PSK I – Professional Scrum with Kanban - May 15, 2022 PMP – Project Management Professional - October 2024 CompTIA Security+ - September 03, 2024
Education
Bachelor of Science • University of Maryland University College 08/2018 Associate Degree in Arts • Montgomery Community College 12/2010 Professional Experience
Kearney & Company (Contract: Booz Allen Hamilton) – Scrum Master / Project Manager Feb 2024 – Oct 2024
• Directed project scope definition, resource planning, and milestone tracking to ensure on- time delivery.
• Developed comprehensive roadmaps, linking Epics to milestones and initiatives to streamline project delivery.
• Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to address project roadblocks.
• Ensured seamless tracking of tasks and issues in Jira, maintaining sprint timelines and resolving blockers promptly.
• Facilitated biweekly strategy sessions with portfolio Scrum Masters to align efforts and optimize outcomes.
• Organized and conducted Product Demos for stakeholders and customers, enhancing transparency and collaboration.
• Provided regular project status reports to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
Northrop Grumman – G/ATOR Program – Senior Principal Agile Coach Sep 2023 – Feb 2024
• Coached in the adoption of Agile and Scrum in 2 separate software development teams.
• Coached teams in Agile adoption, capacity planning, and sprint execution, resulting in a 15% increase in efficiency.
• Diagnosed and resolved process impediments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Implemented Agile metrics to measure team productivity and provided actionable insights for optimization.
• Partnered with stakeholders to develop project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Coached G/ATOR teams in capacity determining, Sprint planning, and Sprint Retrospective.
Northrop Grumman – SPEARGUN Program – Senior Scrum Master Jan 2023 – Sep 2023
• Led Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring adherence to Scrum framework.
• Identified and mitigated 100% of inter-team risks, enabling seamless project execution.
• Provided training and guidance to teams on Agile best practices, boosting delivery timelines and quality.
• Managed project deliverables and stakeholder communications to ensure project success.
• Promoted continuous improvement throughout the Project and ensured that 100% of inter-team risks, impediments, and blockers were identified, communicated, and resolved. Alai Technologies (Contract: Fannie Mae) – Senior Consultant / Scrum Master Aug 2019 – Dec 2022
• Coached 10+ teams to Agile maturity by implementing tailored frameworks and addressing complex impediments.
• Facilitated sprint planning and review meetings, driving whole-team engagement and alignment with goals.
• Shielded teams from external interference, enabling optimal productivity and successful sprint delivery.
• Collaborated with product owners and stakeholders to prioritize backlog and align with strategic objectives.
Dept. on Disability Services – Scrum Master
Jul 2018 – Aug 2019
• Facilitated 50+ Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives, achieving 100% adherence to Agile principles.
• Partnered with product owners to optimize team workloads and align sprints with overarching goals.
• Delivered detailed performance reports to stakeholders, highlighting areas for improvement and achievements.
University of Maryland Medical System – Scrum Master Feb 2014 – Jul 2018
• Managed all aspects of the Scrum process for six teams, ensuring efficient delivery and adherence to Agile practices.
• Collaborated with product owners to refine backlogs and align sprint activities with strategic objectives.
• Oversaw cross-functional collaboration to achieve project milestones within defined timelines and budgets.
Key Achievements
• Coached 15+ teams to higher Agile maturity, resulting in a measurable 25% improvement in velocity and delivery timelines.
• Spearheaded Agile transformations across multiple teams, eliminating 60+ impediments and enabling on-time delivery.
• Designed and implemented Agile metrics dashboards, providing actionable insights for team performance improvement.
• Successfully managed projects exceeding $10M in value, achieving high levels of stakeholder satisfaction and alignment.
• Streamlined communication and processes across cross-functional teams, reducing project delivery time by 20%.
• Mentored and coached junior Scrum Masters and project managers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.