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J5 Consulting

DevOps Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$53.25 - $73/hr

... for government and commercial entities. Our services improve Information System networking ... Highly Desired Skills and Demonstrated Experience: * DevOps Engineering * Demonstrated experience ...

Apexon

Salesforce DevOps Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$53.50 - $73.25/hr

We are seeking an experienced Salesforce DevOps Engineer to support engagement. The ideal candidate ... government or enterprise projects

J5 Consulting

DevOps Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$53.25 - $73/hr

... for government and commercial entities. Our services improve Information System networking ... Highly Desired Skills and Demonstrated Experience: * DevOps Engineering * Demonstrated experience ...

Lockheed Martin Corporation

DevOps Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$54.25 - $74.25/hr

You will work closely with the contract teams, users, and government to ensure the DC-MLS ... in DevOps engineering, delivering projects on time and with excellent quality Provide support to ...

Ad Hoc LLC

Senior DevOps Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$146K - $188K/yr

They are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to support the modernization of enterprise-scale systems ... Ad Hoc is a digital services company that helps the federal government better serve people. Founded ...

TekSynap

DevOps Engineer

Clarksburg, WV · Hybrid

$51.75 - $71/hr

The DevOps Engineer collaborates closely with software developers, QA teams, and system ... This contract supports a government agency's capability to ingest, process, and analyze massive ...

Bridge Core (BCore)

Cloud DevOps Engineer

Reston, VA · Hybrid

$55 - $75.25/hr

Responsibilities We're looking for talented, experience AWS DevOps Engineers to help government ... customers with large-scale, highly technical cloud migration and deployment efforts. You will work ...

Bridge Core (BCore)

Cloud DevOps Engineer

Reston, VA · Hybrid

$55 - $75.25/hr

We're looking for talented, experience AWS DevOps Engineers to help government customers with large ... scale, highly technical cloud migration and deployment efforts. You will work alongside elite ...

GliaCell Technologies

DevOps Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$115K - $190K/yr

Government customer. The mission is to provide technical expertise that assists in sustaining ... The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for: Duties: * Developing Infrastructure As Code and ...

Lockheed Martin

DevOps Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$54.25 - $74.25/hr

You will work closely with the contract teams, users, and government to ensure the DC-MLS ... in DevOps engineering, delivering projects on time and with excellent quality Provide support to ...

Bridge Core (BCore)

Cloud DevOps Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$55 - $75.25/hr

Responsibilities We're looking for talented, experience AWS DevOps Engineers to help government ... customers with large-scale, highly technical cloud migration and deployment efforts. You will work ...

Specter Aerospace

DevOps Platform Engineer

Peabody, MA · On-site

$58.50 - $80.25/hr

Salary: DevOps Platform Engineer Specter Aerospace is seeking a DevOps Platform Engineer to support ... Government security clearance About Specter Aerospace: Specter Aerospace is building the next ...

Ad Hoc

Senior DevOps Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$131K - $168K/yr

This role will require the ability to obtain and maintain a government clearance. What You'll Do ... and support DevOps initiatives across enterprise applications and backend systems • Design ...

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How much do government devops jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for government devops in the United States is $60.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.72 and $69.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some unique challenges of working as a DevOps professional in a government environment?

Working as a DevOps professional in a government setting often involves navigating strict security protocols, compliance requirements, and legacy systems. Unlike many private sector roles, you may encounter additional layers of approval and documentation before implementing changes or deploying new tools. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—such as cybersecurity, compliance, and infrastructure—is frequent and essential. Additionally, you’ll likely work on projects with longer timelines and greater emphasis on stability and reliability, which can impact the pace of innovation but also offers opportunities to make a lasting impact on public services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Government DevOps Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Government DevOps Engineer, you need a solid background in systems administration, cloud computing, automation, and security, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and government-compliant cloud platforms, as well as certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or CompTIA Security+, is typically required. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help navigate complex regulatory environments and cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring secure, efficient, and compliant delivery of government technology services.

What is the difference between Government Devops vs Government Cloud Engineer?

AspectGovernment DevopsGovernment Cloud Engineer
Required CredentialsCertifications in DevOps tools, cloud platforms, security standardsCertifications in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), security, and infrastructure
Work EnvironmentAgile teams, software development lifecycle, automation focusCloud infrastructure management, deployment, and optimization in government settings
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies implementing DevOps practicesGovernment agencies managing cloud infrastructure and services
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles serve government agencies, Government Devops focuses on integrating development and operations through automation and continuous delivery, whereas Government Cloud Engineer specializes in managing and deploying cloud infrastructure within government environments. Both roles require cloud and security certifications and often collaborate on digital transformation projects.

What is a Government DevOps engineer?

A Government DevOps engineer is an IT professional who specializes in implementing DevOps practices—such as automation, continuous integration, and continuous delivery—within government agencies. Their main goal is to streamline software development and operations, ensuring secure and efficient deployment of applications in compliance with government regulations. They often work with cloud infrastructure, security protocols, and legacy systems unique to public sector environments. This role requires strong technical skills as well as an understanding of governmental standards and security requirements.
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Infographic showing various Government Devops job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $125,908 per year, or $60.5 per hour.
DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineer

Open Systems Technologies Corporation

Chantilly, VA • On-site

$54.50 - $74.75/hr

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Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Open Systems Technologies is looking for a Mid-to-Senior Cloud/DevOps Software Engineer to join our dynamic development team in supporting a Government customer. The engineer will be working with a large-scale enterprise application using web technologies, distributed computation and storage frameworks, and sophisticated, cutting-edge domain analytics, with the system hosted on virtualized and cloud-computing platforms. The software engineer work both independently with little supervision as well as engage with a team to achieve overall project objectives.

Details:

The Cloud/DevOps Software Engineer participates in a team in implementing DevSecOps methodologies into an Agile software development environment.

  • The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4+ years of experience in building, deployment, release automation, or orchestration, along with expertise in supporting cloud applications and infrastructures across platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud. They should have hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code environments, automated configurations, large-scale software deployments, and continuous integration/delivery processes, as well as proficiency in containerization tools such as Docker, OpenShift, or Kubernetes.
  • The candidate must possess a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph, a high school diploma or GED, and must have certifications such as Security+ CE, SSCP, CCNA-Security, or GSEC.
  • Additional preferred qualifications include scripting abilities in languages like Bash, PowerShell, or Python, familiarity with protocols including JSON and XML, an understanding of frameworks like OWASP or DevSecOps, and a cloud certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate, Google Cloud Architect, or MCSE – Cloud Platform).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to enhance automation processes will set exceptional candidates apart.
  • Collaborating and leading with other engineers to plan, design and develop the DevSecOps environment that includes cohesive CI/CD pipelines.
  • Supporting the entire Software Development Lifecycle with an emphasis on build and release management via automation.
  • Analyzing continuously the DevOps environment for technical and process improvements (e.g. integration of security measures, faster security and software updates, improved automation, reduced glitches and software failures, etc.).
  • Maintaining the deployed system, deploying updates and fixes, investigating and resolving technical and network issues, providing technical support to end-users as needed.
  • Promoting DevOps as a team culture.

Qualifications:

  • CLEARANCE: Active Top Secret willing to sit for a CI Poly TS/SCI w/CI poly preferred or 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
  • 4+ years' experience with DevSecOps.
  • 4+ years' experience integrating, testing, and deploying software applications to operations.
  • 4+ years' experience with agile teamwork, and diverse multi-site geographical team collaboration.
  • 4+ years' experience with RHEL and/or CentOS system and/or network administration.
  • 4+ years' experience with cloud technologies such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or GovCloud.
  • 4+ years' experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
  • 4+ years' experience with standard automated deployment tools (Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, etc.).

BENEFITS

Our company OST has been operating since 1996 and have various contracts with Government agencies. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes 3 weeks paid time off, 2 weeks Holiday pay, medical/dental coverage, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D, 401k with up to 4% match, and end of year profit sharing paid out in 401k.

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