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iQuasar LLC

DevOps Engineer

$60 - $90/hr

The engineer will also troubleshoot deployment and infrastructure issues, participate in Tier 2 on-call support, document operational procedures, and contribute to DevSecOps and DoD compliance ...

IQUASAR LLC

DevOps Engineer

Fort Novosel, AL · Remote

$60 - $90/hr

The engineer will also troubleshoot deployment and infrastructure issues, participate in Tier 2 on-call support, document operational procedures, and contribute to DevSecOps and DoD compliance ...

System One

DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$51.25 - $70.25/hr

Participate in on-call rotations and support production reliability * Drive continuous improvement ... in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) * Strong experience in ...

System One

DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$51.25 - $70.25/hr

Participate in on-call rotations and support production reliability * Drive continuous improvement ... in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) * Strong experience in ...

Anthem Engineering

DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA

$54 - $74/hr

DevOps Engineer Location: Chantilly VA We are looking for a DevOps Engineer with experience in ... Active security clearance with full scope polygraph is required Pager/On-call: Pager rotation may ...

Anthem Engineering

DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$54 - $74/hr

DevOps Engineer Location: Chantilly VA We are looking for a DevOps Engineer with experience in ... Active security clearance with full scope polygraph is required Pager/On-call: Pager rotation may ...

Anthem Engineering

DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$54 - $74/hr

DevOps Engineer Location: Chantilly VA We are looking for a DevOps Engineer with experience in ... Active security clearance with full scope polygraph is required Pager/On-call: Pager rotation may ...

NPR

DevOps Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$58.25 - $79.75/hr

Intro to Position NPR is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our cross-discipline technical product ... Participate in a shared engineering on-call rotation to quickly diagnose, mitigate, and resolve ...

Jobsbridge

DevOps Developer

San Francisco, CA

... operations, and drive towards the implementation of Continuous Delivery. Perform advanced ... Ability to work in fast paced and challenging environment, and available on-call, and/or support bi ...

NPR

DevOps Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$59.75 - $81.75/hr

Intro to Position NPR is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our cross-discipline technical product ... Participate in a shared engineering on-call rotation to quickly diagnose, mitigate, and resolve ...

Scout Solutions

DevOps Engineer

$54 - $74/hr

DevOps Engineer Location : Remote, US US Citizen or Permanent Resident Responsibilities * Develop ... Participate in an on-call rotation and handle periodic out-of-band requests Requirements * Ideal ...

RICEFW Technologies,Inc

DevOps Engineer

Hamilton, NJ

$50.50 - $69.25/hr

As a DevOps Engineer you will be responsible to assist and lead the support of complex set of SaaS ... Needs to be highly available and on-call for production outages. * Drive automation to reduce ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for on call 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 is an on call DevOps?

On Call DevOps are IT professionals who are responsible for maintaining the reliability, availability, and performance of software systems, especially outside regular business hours. They are 'on call' to respond to incidents, outages, or urgent issues that may arise in production environments. Their role is crucial for minimizing downtime, quickly resolving problems, and ensuring that services run smoothly 24/7. On Call DevOps often work with monitoring tools, automated alerts, and incident response protocols to efficiently address problems as they occur.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an on call DevOps engineer?

To thrive as an On Call DevOps Engineer, you need strong skills in systems administration, cloud platforms, automation scripting, and infrastructure management, typically backed by a degree in computer science or related experience. Familiarity with tools like AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring systems, as well as certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or Docker Certified Associate, is highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are critical soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure fast, reliable incident response and minimize downtime, keeping systems operational and stakeholders satisfied.

What are the typical challenges faced by an on call DevOps engineer during after-hours support?

On Call DevOps engineers often encounter time-sensitive system outages or critical incidents outside of regular business hours. The main challenges include quickly diagnosing the root cause of issues under pressure, coordinating with cross-functional teams remotely, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders. Effective incident management, stress resilience, and a thorough understanding of the system's architecture are essential in this role. Additionally, balancing on-call responsibilities with work-life harmony is important for long-term job satisfaction.

Are on call DevOps jobs still in demand?

On call DevOps jobs remain in demand due to the need for continuous system reliability, automation, and cloud infrastructure management. Employers seek professionals skilled in tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms, with many roles requiring 24/7 availability to support critical operations.

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Infographic showing various On Call Devops job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,908 per year, or $60.5 per hour.

DevOps Engineer

Remote

iQuasar LLC
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$60 - $90/hr

Part-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

One of our clients is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join their Engineering team responsible for the development, maintenance, and reliability of cloud-based applications on DoD platform environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Kubernetes, AWS/cloud infrastructure, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and DevSecOps and will help build secure, reliable, and scalable platforms.
Position: DevOps Engineer
Location: Fully Remote
Position Type: Part time
Clearance: Active Secret preferred; must be eligible for CUI access
Certification: DoD 8570 IAT II certification or ability to obtain one (e.g., Security+ CE)
Task Description:
The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for building, maintaining, and improving Kubernetes-based cloud infrastructure and automated deployment environments. The role will work closely with application and platform teams to manage infrastructure such as code, CI/CD pipelines, identity and access management, monitoring, security, and platform reliability.
The engineer will also troubleshoot deployment and infrastructure issues, participate in Tier 2 on-call support, document operational procedures, and contribute to DevSecOps and DoD compliance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Build, maintain, and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters and containerized applications across cloud environments, including AWS EKS and RKE2.
  • Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Pulumi, or similar technologies.
  • Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines, particularly GitLab CI and automated deployment workflows.
  • Manage AWS infrastructure including EC2, EKS, IAM, S3, and VPC.
  • Support identity and access management using Keycloak or similar platforms.
  • Implement and maintain monitoring, alerting, logging, and observability solutions.
  • Manage certificate lifecycle operations, including certificate renewals and automation.
  • Support container security, Iron Bank image compliance, ATO/C-ATO processes, and overall platform security.
  • Troubleshoot deployment failures, broken pipelines, infrastructure issues, and application integration problems.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, ADRs, architecture standards, and operational procedures.
  • Participate in Tier 2 on-call rotations and support platform incidents.
  • Collaborate with application and engineering teams to establish DevOps and platform best practices.
  • Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, pairing, and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications:
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including deployment, management, and troubleshooting of clusters and workloads.
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Pulumi, or similar.
  • Strong experience with CI/CD, preferably GitLab CI or equivalent platforms.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix administration and command-line tools.
  • Experience with AWS cloud services, preferably EC2, EKS, IAM, S3, and VPC.
  • Experience with Docker, container image builds, and container registries.
  • Strong ability to work with YAML for Kubernetes manifests, CRDs, Helm charts, and pipeline configurations.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a remote environment.
  • Must be eligible for CUI access.
  • Possess or be able to obtain DoD 8570 IAT II certification, such as Security+ CE.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active Secret security clearance.
  • Experience with UDS Core, Iron Bank, and C-ATO/ATO processes.
  • Experience with Keycloak or similar IAM platforms.
  • Experience with Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or similar monitoring and observability tools.
  • Proficiency in Go, Python, or Bash scripting.
  • Experience working in a DevSecOps environment with secure coding and vulnerability remediation.
  • Experience with GitOps tools such as ArgoCD or Flux.
  • Previous DoD experience, particularly supporting production ATO'd systems.
  • Experience with distributed architecture and everything-as-code approaches.
  • AWS certification related to platform or solutions architecture.
  • Experience developing architecture decision records, operational runbooks, and engineering standards.

If you are interested in this position, please send me a copy of your latest resume. Also, please let me know the best time and number to reach you to discuss this opportunity.
If this position is not the right fit for you, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends, colleagues, or professional network.
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