DevOps Developer

DevOps Developer

Gaithersburg, MD

Type: Contract

Category: DevOps

Industry: Government

Standard Hours: Open

Reference ID: JN -092026-108755

Date Posted: 10/23/2026

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Description:

Hybrid 3 days days/week onsite in Gaithersburg, MD

Our client is seeking a DevOps Developer with at least 2 years of experience to support software delivery and infrastructure automation in an Agile Scrum environment. The role requires strong Linux administration and Ansible skills, with hands-on experience in scripting, CI/CD, and DevSecOps practices. The position supports mission-critical systems and requires eligibility for Public Trust Clearance.

Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident with an active Public Trust clearance. Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $50.00 to $55.00/hr. w2

JN -092026-108755

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain the software management toolset supporting development and deployment workflows.

• Develop, implement, and maintain software configuration management solutions.

• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment processes.

• Support CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable and secure software delivery.

• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams in an Agile Scrum environment.

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve system and pipeline issues.

• Ensure systems comply with organizational security and DevSecOps standards.

• Document processes, configurations, and best practices.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on DevOps experience.

• Linux administration experience, Red Hat preferred.

• Proficiency in Ansible for configuration management and automation.

• Scripting with Bash and Python.

• Experience with Git, Jenkins, JIRA, and Crucible.

• Experience integrating security practices into CI/CD pipelines.

• Familiarity with secure configuration and compliance standards.

• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Eligible for Public Trust Clearance.

• Nice to have: experience in government or regulated environments, familiarity with compliance frameworks and security scanning tools, exposure to containers or cloud platforms such as Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, or Azure.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Recruitment Transparency Notice

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Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.

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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients' capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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