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Remote Splunk Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

... Splunk) and other security tools (e.g., McAfee (NSM), GRC tool (CSAM)). * Perform system ... Remote status is subject to change at the customer's direction. This position requires a Public ...

Hybrid 2 Days Onsite/3 Days Remote in Washington, DC Our client seeks an Automation / SOAR Engineer ... Experience with tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, Rapid7 InsightVM ...

Remote Eligibility: Candidates must have resided in the U.S. for the last 3 consecutive years to be ... Working knowledge of Splunk , with the ability to analyze logs and investigate issues independently

... primarily remote with periodic onsite support required in Chantilly, VA and Bluemont, VA. The ... Integrate ServiceNow with third-party solutions (e.g., Tanium, Splunk), configure connectors ...

Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote Hours: 40.0 Responsibilities • Perform load, stress ... Splunk, etc.) to assess system performance and troubleshoot issues • Partner with cross ...

Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote Hours: 40.0 Responsibilities • Perform load, stress ... Splunk, etc.) to assess system performance and troubleshoot issues • Partner with cross ...

Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote Hours: 40.0 Responsibilities • Perform load, stress ... Splunk, etc.) to assess system performance and troubleshoot issues • Partner with cross ...

Engineering Lead

Mclean, VA · Remote

$103K - $136K/yr

DevSecOps & Automation Engineer (Remote) Job number: 862 This is a remote position. Ad Hoc is a ... Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting using tools such as CloudWatch, ELK, Splunk, Dynatrace ...

Cloud Engineer

Washington, DC · Remote

$57 - $76.25/hr

Remote Type : Fulltime Responsibilities: We are seeking a cloud engineer to join our team of ... Experience with SolarWinds, Splunk, and similar tools for logging and monitoring * Candidate must ...

Evergreen: Senior Network/Security Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$59.25 - $77.25/hr

Senior Network/Security Engineer This is a remote position. Ad Hoc is a technology company that ... Log correlation at scale (e.g., Splunk/ELK) to isolate issues off-box (client, network, IdP ...

FTE + Benefits Remote: 80% (4 days a week) Supports the FedRAMP and FISMA authorization(s) of new ... Familiarity with Splunk to execute queries, search/review data for impact. * Experience in ...

FTE + Benefits Remote: 80% (4 days a week) Client supports the FedRAMP and FISMA authorization(s ... Familiarity with Splunk to execute queries, search/review data for impact. * Experience in ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote splunk in Reston, VA is $62.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55.29 and $69.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote Splunk job involves working with Splunk, a data analysis and monitoring platform, from a remote location. Responsibilities typically include configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Splunk environments, creating dashboards, and analyzing log data to identify security or operational issues. These roles are common in cybersecurity, IT operations, and data analytics. Remote Splunk professionals need expertise in Splunk software, data ingestion, scripting, and sometimes cloud platforms.

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In a Remote Splunk role, your day typically involves monitoring and analyzing log data to detect security incidents, creating and optimizing Splunk queries, building dashboards, and collaborating with IT or security teams to troubleshoot issues. Most tasks are performed independently from your home office, but you’ll often participate in virtual meetings to review findings, implement solutions, and support ongoing projects. You may also spend time documenting processes, providing input on best practices, and staying updated on new Splunk features or security trends. This remote structure allows for flexibility while remaining highly connected to team goals and incident response efforts.

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To excel as a Remote Splunk professional, you need strong analytical skills, experience with Splunk or SIEM tools, and a background in IT, cybersecurity, or systems administration. Familiarity with Splunk Enterprise, Splunk Cloud, SPL (Search Processing Language), and relevant certifications like Splunk Certified Power User or Administrator is highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are key soft skills for this role. These competencies help ensure the efficient detection, analysis, and mitigation of security incidents while facilitating effective teamwork in a remote environment.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineer

AnaVation

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Be Challenged and Make a Difference 
 
In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. 

Description of Task to be Performed:

AnaVation is looking for a Security Engineer to assist the client leadership with system security engineering and administration. The ideal candidate will be comfortable engaging with client leadership on a regular basis and interacting with senior level team members.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Perform system and security administration for security tools such as vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Tenable SC/IO, Qualys, Burpsuite), EDR tools (e.g., Crowdstrike), SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) and other security tools (e.g., McAfee (NSM), GRC tool (CSAM)).
  • Perform system administration tasks to include audit and log management, availability monitoring and remediation, account management and access reviews, and configuration update scheduling and performance.
  • Perform application updates and patches to security tools.
  • Configuring, managing, and scheduling vulnerability scans.
  • Understanding and advising the client regarding critical application data and vulnerability points, coordinating with industry partners to advise the government regarding those security vulnerabilities, and providing recommendations and advice on incident response and recovery plans.
  • Providing Incident Response (IR) activities to includes triage, investigating, interviewing, resolving, and reporting on events. Creating, updating, and/or revising the IR Playbook and IR Plan.
  • Promoting information security awareness across the program, ensuring security controls and processes are implemented, and developing appropriate security-related documentation.
  • Presenting vulnerability analysis to system admins, system owners, and leadership.
  • Being the POC during security audits that pertain to vulnerability scanning and analysis. 

This position is hybrid, with the potential for periodic onsite attendance at our customer location in Alexandria, VA. Applicants who do not currently reside within commuting distance should describe how they would satisfy this requirement. Remote status is subject to change at the customer’s direction.

This position requires a Public Trust.

Required Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience: 6 years
  • Minimum Qualifications (Education/Certificates, Experience, Physical, etc.):
    • 6 years of experience in information system engineering and configuration management.
    • 6 years of experience in system security analysis and implementation and secure system engineering or design.
    • Excellent communication skills.
    • Hands on experience with:
      • Security monitoring and evaluation, including audits, assessment, and risk management
      • Splunk
      • Crowdstrike
      • Tenable/Nessus
      • Qualys
      • Web App Scanning tools (e.g., Burpsuite)
      • Microsoft Excel and other MS Office Products
  • Able to deliver and present vulnerability analysis to a wide range of audience (i.e., system admins, system owners, leadership).
  • Familiarity with:
    • Linux (RHEL 7/8), Windows Operating Systems, and Oracle/SQL Databases
    • Agile Methodologies
    • GRC Tools (e.g., CSAM)
  • Certifications: Security +
  • Strong desire to learn, grow and is highly motivated.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledgeable on different cloud providers: AWS, Azure, Oracle, GCP,
  • Understanding of cloud systems and security tools
  • Certifications: CISSP
Benefits 
  •         Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 
  •         100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 
  •         100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 
  •         100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 
  •         401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting 
  •         Competitive Pay 
  •         Generous paid leave and holiday package 
  •         Tuition and training reimbursement 
  •         Life and AD&D Insurance
About AnaVation 
AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.  
 
If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! 
 
AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.