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DevOps SME

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$154K - $278K/yr

As a DevOps Engineer on this program, you will have the opportunity to build strong systems and software utilizing cloud capabilities to support a complex program. Based in DevOps framework, you will ...

Senior Operations SME (Mission Command Exercises) Location : Fort Bragg (Fort Liberty), NC Clearance required : SECRET Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): * Provide expert operational ...

DevOps Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$55 - $75.50/hr

Net based systems with the last 2-3 years working as Devops SME implementing Continuous integration/Delivery and Deployment in a large enterprise. Should have a solid understanding of Devops best ...

DevOps Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$55 - $75.50/hr

Net based systems with the last 2-3 years working as Devops SME implementing Continuous integration/Delivery and Deployment in a large enterprise. • Should have a solid understanding of Devops best ...

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How much do operations sme jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for operations sme in the United States is $24.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is operations a high paying job?

Operations roles can offer competitive salaries, especially at senior levels or in large organizations, with pay often increasing with experience, certifications, and industry. Entry-level positions may have moderate pay, but experienced operations managers and specialists tend to earn higher wages. Salary also depends on geographic location and company size.

What is the difference between Operations Sme vs Business Analyst?

AspectOperations SmeBusiness Analyst
Required CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, PMP), industry-specific knowledgeCertifications like CBAP, PMI-PBA, or business analysis certifications
Work EnvironmentOperational teams, process improvement projects, industry-specific settingsProject teams, stakeholder meetings, process mapping sessions
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, logistics, healthcare, financeIT, finance, consulting, corporate sectors
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding operational expertise, process rolesAnalyzing business needs, process improvements

While both roles focus on improving organizational functions, the Operations Sme specializes in deep operational knowledge within specific industries, whereas the Business Analyst concentrates on analyzing and improving business processes across various sectors.

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Infographic showing various Operations Sme 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 $50,239 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

DevOps SME

Leidos

Chantilly, VA • On-site

$154K - $278K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Leidos rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

79th of 492 rated business services


Job description

Leidos is looking for a Lead DevOps Engineer on a 200+ FTE technical development program responsible for delivering modern Identity Access Credential Management (ICAM) solutions. As a DevOps Engineer on this program, you will have the opportunity to build strong systems and software utilizing cloud capabilities to support a complex program. Based in DevOps framework, you will participate in and/or direct major deliverables throughout all aspects of the software development lifecycle including scope and work estimation, architecture and design, coding and unit testing. This role requires supporting an on-call rotation to ensure mission critical services remain operational 24/7/365. Rotation is typically to be on-call 1 full calendar week every 2 months.

Required Quals;

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Master's degree and 15+ years of relevant experience. Additional experience in lieu of degree.
  • Expert in Linux operating system usage
  • Expert in using DevOps tools such as Jenkins, GitHub, and Rundeck
  • Expert in the software development lifecycle, with experience delivering within DevOps toolsets/practices
  • Direct experience utilizing software testing performance tools, such as J-unit
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment and tempo
  • Experience scripting and using AWS services including Cloudformation, EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, etc
  • Experience with containerization (Docker, EKS, ECS, etc.)
  • Experience with Nexus administration
  • Experience establishing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Well versed with using version control systems
  • Well versed with using issue/problem tracking systems
  • Experience with JIRA, Confluence and Agile development methods
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, including container orchestration, deployment, and scaling in a production environment
  • Proficiency in building, managing, and optimizing containerized applications using CI/CD pipelines, along with knowledge of container registries and security best practices

Desired Quals

  • Experience with Elastic tools
  • Experience working in the Sponsor's cloud environments
  • Experience with Nexus administration and maintenance

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:August 6, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $154,050.00 - $278,475.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.


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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Reston, VA, US

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