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DevOps Engineer - Secret (Remote)

Mclean, VA · Remote

$53.25 - $73/hr

... s Engineer - Secret (Remote) Xcelerate Solutions is currently seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer. As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in automating, optimizing, and securing the ...

DevOps Engineer (Remote Opportunity)

$120K - $125K/yr

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Mind Computing is seeking a full-time, 100% remote DevOps Engineer to support a project with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to design, implement, and manage secure, scalable, and highly ...

DevOps Engineer

$145K - $160K/yr

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  • Retirement

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... s Engineer to cover Eastern Time Zone hours (7am - 3pm ET) and collaborate closely with the Data ... Strong operating knowledge of Terraform (modules, remote state, reading plans, etc.), Kubernetes ...

DevOps Engineer (Remote Opportunity)

$115K - $120K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Mind Computing is seeking a full-time, 100% remote DevOps Engineer to support a project with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The ideal candidate will design, implement, and manage scalable ...

DevOps Engineer - REMOTE

San Antonio, TX · Remote

$47.50 - $65.25/hr

... s Engineer - REMOTE San Antonio, TX 78201 JTEC Consulting LLC focuses on successfully delivering solutions to meet our clients' most critical needs. Our founding members have decades of experience ...

DevOps Engineer - REMOTE

San Antonio, TX · Remote

$120K - $130K/yr

... s Engineer - REMOTE San Antonio, TX 78201 JTEC Consulting LLC focuses on successfully delivering solutions to meet our clients' most critical needs. Our founding members have decades of experience ...

DevOps Engineer - REMOTE

San Antonio, TX · On-site +1

$120K - $130K/yr

... s Engineer - REMOTE San Antonio, TX 78201 JTEC Consulting LLC focuses on successfully delivering solutions to meet our clients' most critical needs. Our founding members have decades of experience ...

DevOps Engineer

$108K - $145K/hr

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This position will be Remote. Job Summary The DevOps Engineer is responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting Elevate's Azure cloud platform with a strong emphasis on secure networking ...

Senior DevOps Engineer

$133K - $170K/yr

Remote 100% no Python test. Need certifications in Kubernetes (CKA or CKAD). Strong Golang!!!! Senior DevOps Engineer (100% Remote) 18 month contract Kubernetes, Terraform, Golang Join a cutting-edge ...

DevOps Engineer

Agoura Hills, CA · Remote

$56.25 - $77/hr

Remote within the continental United States Days Remote: Fully remote Position Summary: The DevOps Engineer will automate, optimize, secure, and maintain cloud infrastructure and continuous ...

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Lead DevOps Engineer

$54 - $74/hr

Remote from anywhere in USA Duration:06 Months Skills: Azure and Terraform, virtual machines ... s Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing our ...

DevOps Engineer

Suitland, MD · On-site +1

$56.75 - $77.75/hr

... s Engineer position We are looking for a talented engineer with in-depth experience in AWS DevOps ... Educational background or experience in satellites and or remote sensing * Industry certifications ...

DevOps Engineer

Suitland, MD · On-site +1

$56.75 - $77.75/hr

... s Engineer position We are looking for a talented engineer with in-depth experience in AWS DevOps ... Educational background or experience in satellites and or remote sensing * Industry certifications ...

DevOps Engineer

Cherry Hill, NJ · On-site +1

$52.25 - $71.75/hr

... s Engineer with experience in Kubernetes to join our Cloud & Ops Team ! Is this you? You will be ... Hybrid & remote work. So, what's up? If you liked what you read, don't hesitate.. hit on apply, we ...

DevOps Engineer

San Jose, CA · Remote

$61.75 - $84.75/hr

... SRE) Senior DevOps Engineer - Azure SaaS Platform (FedRAMP, CI/CD, SRE) As a Senior DevOps ... in remote teams across time zones. _____ Preferred Qualifications • Experience with GitHub ...

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How much do freelance remote operations engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance remote operations engineer in the United States is $85,029.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,500.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Remote Operations Engineer vs Freelance Remote Systems Administrator?

AspectFreelance Remote Operations EngineerFreelance Remote Systems Administrator
Primary FocusOptimizing and maintaining operational workflows, infrastructure, and systems performanceManaging, configuring, and maintaining computer systems and networks
Required SkillsCloud platforms, scripting, troubleshooting, infrastructure managementServer management, network configuration, user access, security
Work EnvironmentProject-based, remote, often in tech or SaaS industriesRemote, supporting various organizations' IT infrastructure
Common CertificationsAWS, Google Cloud, Linux, DevOps certificationsCompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, Microsoft certifications

While both roles involve remote work and technical expertise, Freelance Remote Operations Engineers focus on optimizing operational workflows and infrastructure, whereas Freelance Remote Systems Administrators primarily manage and maintain computer systems and networks. The roles often overlap but serve different core functions within IT and tech environments.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Remote Operations Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,029 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

DevOps Engineer - Secret (Remote)

Xcelerate Solutions

Mclean, VA • On-site, Remote

$53.25 - $73/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Description
Senior DevOps Engineer - Secret (Remote)
Xcelerate Solutions is currently seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer. As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in automating, optimizing, and securing the delivery pipeline for enterprise-grade, mission-critical systems supporting our nation's defense and security objectives. You will leverage your expertise in continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD), Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and cloud-native technologies to drive operational efficiency and resilience across complex environments. Your hands-on approach to integrating DevSecOps best practices and innovative toolsets will ensure rapid, reliable deployments and robust system security, contributing directly to the transformation and modernization of essential government platforms. Come join our award-winning organization and work with the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.
Location:
McLean, VA (Remote)
Clearance:
Active Secret
Responsibilities
  • Facilitates the development of new software solutions and transition of existing solutions from monolithic structures to micro-service structure operating within hardened containers.
  • Working with application development teams to refactor or create solutions that leverage the DevSecOps CI/CD pipeline and tools.
  • Instructs/guides teams through their solution development.
  • Deploys and sustain microservices factory utilizing COTS and open-source solutions.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Must have the minimum years' experience that is directly related to the following duties and responsibilities:
    • Preferred SAFe Agile Certification or industry recognized equivalent certification.
    • Driving strategy and overseeing architecture of continuous integration and deployment, and monitoring across technologies.
    • CSP Certifications (e.g. AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure SA).
    • Demonstrated experience with defining SAFe Agile methodology for large scale clients.
    • Demonstrated experience in leading DevOps methodologies.
    • Demonstrated experience with implementing Test Driven Development (TDD) Methodologies.
    • Demonstrated experience with driving automated software development lifecycle toolchain
    • Demonstrated experience with deployments in both on premise and cloud environments.
    • Experience serving as the engineer of complex technology implementations in a product-centric environment.
    • Experience with DevOps services using infrastructure as a service provider (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Compute Engine, RackSpace/OpenStack).
    • Using scripting or basic programming skills to solve problems.
    • Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., TFS, Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Salt, LVM).
    • Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., LXC, Docker, Rocket, OpenShift).
    • Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., LXC, Docker, Rocket, OpenShift).
  • 5+ years Agile experience.
  • 5+ years relevant experience.
  • Must possess IT-II security clearance or have a current National Agency Check with Local Agency Check and Credit Check (NACLC) at time of proposal submission.
  • CSP Certifications (e.g. AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure SA).
  • Must have 8570 certifications (Security+).

About Xcelerate Solutions:
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate's culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal's "50 Best Places to Work" list as well as being a "Great Place to Work" certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!
Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.
Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.