Job Description

This position is for a large software client located in Herndon, VA. As a Splunk Administrator, you will be entrusted with the critical role of managing and optimizing our Splunk infrastructure. This role involves configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Splunk infrastructure, ensuring the reliability, availability, and performance of our data analytics platform. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement monitoring solutions that enhance the visibility and security of our IT environment.

Key Responsibilities:

 · Install, configure, and maintain Splunk infrastructure, including forwarders, indexers, and search heads.

 · Perform regular system upgrades and patching to maintain security and performance.

 · Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal functionality of Splunk.

 · Collaborate with IT and security teams to integrate Splunk with other systems and applications.

 · Provide technical Splunk support and training to end-users and stakeholders.

 · Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.

 · Implement and manage data ingestion processes, ensuring data integrity and availability.

Develop and manage Splunk dashboards, reports, alerts, and visualizations.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .

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Skills and Requirements

5+ years of hands-on experience in Splunk Administration

Experience with data onboarding, parsing, and indexing in Splunk

3+ years of hands-on experience with AWS

Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, etc.)

Exposure to infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and Ansible

Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) Splunk Enterprise Certified Administrator

Red Hat Enterprise Linux certifications, such as RHCSE or RHCSA

AWS Certified Solutions Architect or SysOps Administrator

CISSP certification

Infrastructure automation experience

Prior DoD or FedRAMP experience

Programming/scripting experience e.g.: Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.

Familiarity with security compliance frameworks and regulations such as NIST 800-171 or 800-53 null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.