Part Time Splunk Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Job Number:
R0241373
Location:
Indian Head,MD,US
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Splunk Administrator
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your experience in systems and network security that will support mission critical client work for the US Navy? As a systems security and network security engineer, you can identify the security systems and applications needed to assess vulnerabilities and recommend the best solution and security strategy. We need your experience to develop and implement security solutions that will protect vital digital infrastructure in support of US military dominance.
On our team, you'll troubleshoot and analyze complex challenges for customers using your knowledge of Splunk Enterprise on Linux-based systems. You'll use your curiosity for technology and market trends to further research and develop security solutions.
In this role, you'll closely impact the evolution of critical infrastructure. With mentoring, challenging hands-on problem-solving, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills, we focus on growing as a team to make the best solutions for our customers.
What You'll Work On:

• Administer, configure, and maintain Splunk Enterprise on Linux-based systems.
• Install and configure Splunk forwarders, indexers, and search heads.
• Design, implement, and manage Splunk infrastructure on Linux servers.
• Troubleshoot and optimize Splunk performance on Linux environments, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
• Configure and manage Splunk apps, add-ons, and integrations with third-party data sources.
• Monitor Splunk health, conduct regular backups, and implement disaster recovery procedures.
• Collaborate with security and operations teams to define logging and monitoring strategies.
• Ensure Splunk infrastructure is secure by implementing access controls, encryption, and security best practices.
• Perform regular updates, patches, and upgrades for Splunk and Linux systems.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for monitoring, backups, and system configurations.
• Provide support for incident response, reporting, and debugging within Splunk environments.
• Other Information Assurance duties as assigned.
• Develop relationships quickly and easily with other teams, communicating the complexities of security with a wide variety of audiences, including senior management.

Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:

• 2+ years of experience administering and managing Splunk Enterprise environments on Linux-based systems
• Experience configuring and managing Splunk distributed infrastructures, including indexers, search heads, and forwarders
• Knowledge of Linux system administration, including performance tuning and troubleshooting, such as Red Hat or CentOS
• Knowledge of scripting for automation and system management, including Bash and Python
• Knowledge of Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for data analysis and query optimization
• Ability to monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Splunk performance in Linux environments, apply security best practices to Splunk and Linux systems, and work collaboratively and communicate complex technical issues effectively
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• Splunk certification, such as Splunk Certified Admin, or Splunk Certified Power User Certification
• Ability to obtain IAT Level II and Linux Certification, such as RHCSA or LPIC-2 Certification within 3 months of employment

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with advanced cybersecurity concepts or enterprise-level security architecture
• Experience researching, evaluating, or adopting emerging technologies to enhance system security or operational capabilities
• Knowledge of advanced security frameworks or methodologies, such as Zero Trust, RMF, or NIST 800-53
• Ability to solve complex technical problems through analytical thinking and structured troubleshooting
• Ability to apply industry best practices to improve system reliability, efficiency, or automation
• IAT Level II Certification and Linux Certification, such as RHCSA or LPIC-2 Certification

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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