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Splunk Engineer

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Security+ CETS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Synergy ECP is hiring a Splunk Engineer. The Splunk Engineer will maintain and optimize the Splunk platform, including data ingestion, parsing, and indexing. This role involves designing, developing, and implementing Splunk searches, reports, and dashboards. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and provide customized Splunk solutions, troubleshoot issues, and monitor system logs. Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate business needs into effective Splunk solutions are essential.

Key focus areas include Maintain and optimize the Splunk platform, including data ingestion, parsing, and indexing, Design, develop, and implement Splunk searches, reports, and dashboards, and Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and provide customized Splunk solutions.

Successful candidates bring TS/SCI w/ Polygraph, 20+ Years SE Experience, and Bachelor's Degree Technical/Business. Important skills include Splunk Architecture, Splunk Best Practices, Large-Scale Splunk Deployments, Analytical Skills, Translate Business Needs Into Splunk Solutions, and Communication Skills. Preferred (not required): Python, PowerShell, Automate Tasks, and Enhance Data Analysis Capabilities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Splunk ArchitectureSplunk Best PracticesLarge-Scale Splunk DeploymentsAnalytical SkillsTranslate Business Needs Into Splunk SolutionsCommunication SkillsConvey Complex Technical ConceptsSplunk AdministrationCreating Splunk SearchesManaging Splunk SearchesCreating Splunk ReportsManaging Splunk ReportsCreating Splunk DashboardsManaging Splunk DashboardsData Analysis TechniquesStatistical ConceptsProblem-Solving SkillsTroubleshooting SkillsCollaboration AbilitiesPythonPowerShellAutomate TasksEnhance Data Analysis CapabilitiesMaintain Splunk PlatformOptimize Splunk PlatformData IngestionParsingIndexingDesign Splunk SearchesDevelop Splunk SearchesImplement Splunk SearchesDesign Splunk ReportsDevelop Splunk ReportsImplement Splunk ReportsDesign Splunk DashboardsDevelop Splunk DashboardsImplement Splunk DashboardsCollaborate With Cross-Functional TeamsUnderstand Data RequirementsProvide Customized Splunk SolutionsTroubleshoot Splunk EnvironmentResolve Data Integrity IssuesMonitor System LogsMonitor Data SourcesIdentify TrendsIdentify PatternsIdentify AnomaliesProvide Actionable InsightsCreate DocumentationMaintain Documentation

Qualifications

TS/SCI With Polygraph20 Years Systems Engineering ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Technical or Business DisciplineDoD 8570 ComplianceSecurity+ CE5 Years Additional Systems Engineering Experience

Full job description

Splunk Engineer

Description

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Synergy ECP is a leading provider of cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The company leverages its expertise in data transport solutions, software and systems engineering, and other solutions to deliver critical and innovative capabilities to high-level decision makers that enhance our nation’s security.

In an ultra-competitive environment, Synergy ECP has thrived by adhering to our name, making sure excellence is displayed by our Employees, to our Customers and by Improving Performance (ECP).

It’s what sets us apart, enabling us to be an autonomous yet agile business that delivers huge results - showing we’re ready to meet our customers’ evolving demands.

Synergy ECP has earned a client list that includes numerous Fortune 100 companies, in addition to multiple branches of the US government and military services.

Synergy ECP is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

The ideal candidate for this role will have a deep understanding of Splunk architecture and best practices, as well as hands-on experience in managing large-scale Splunk deployments. You should possess excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate business needs into effective Splunk solutions. Strong knowledge of scripting languages, such as Python or PowerShell, is also desirable to automate tasks and enhance data analysis capabilities. Good communication skills are essential for effectively conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Maintain and optimize the Splunk platform, including data ingestion, parsing, and indexing.

  • Design, develop, and implement Splunk searches, reports, and dashboards.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and provide customized Splunk solutions.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the Splunk environment and data integrity.

  • Monitor system logs and data sources to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.

  • Perform data analysis and provide actionable insights to support business decision-making.

  • Create and maintain documentation, including procedures, guidelines, and knowledge base articles.

  • Stay updated with the latest Splunk features, industry best practices, and emerging trends.• Should be comfortable working with Linux environment as well as Windows.

  • Strong knowledge of Splunk architecture, administration and best practices.• Proficient in creating and managing Splunk searches, reports and dashboards.

  • Experience with scripting languages like Python or PowerShell.

  • Solid understanding of data analysis techniques and statistical concepts.

  • Familiarity with log management, monitoring tools, and IT Infrastructure.

  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Requirements

  • Twenty (20) years’ experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline from an accredited College or University

  • Five (5) years of additional Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelors, totaling 25 years’ experience as a SE.

  • Compliance with DoD 8570; Security + CE is required.

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