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Pueo Business Solutions LLC

Senior Splunk Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Splunk Engineer owns the data and platform craft of the TESIEMS Splunk environment -- getting data in cleanly, managing apps and configuration, keeping the data healthy ...

Qmulos

Senior Splunk Consultant

Arlington, VA · On-site

Use Splunk as the primary security platform for your work * Propose innovative uses cases for security and compliance * Design and implement dashboards and reports; create rapid prototypes * Keep ...

Qmulos

Senior Splunk Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$131K - $180K/yr

Use Splunk as the primary security platform for your work * Propose innovative uses cases for security and compliance * Design and implement dashboards and reports; create rapid prototypes * Keep ...

Qmulos

Senior Splunk Consultant

Arlington, VA · On-site

Use Splunk as the primary security platform for your work * Propose innovative uses cases for security and compliance * Design and implement dashboards and reports; create rapid prototypes * Keep ...

Qmulos

Senior Splunk Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$131K - $180K/yr

Use Splunk as the primary security platform for your work * Propose innovative uses cases for security and compliance * Design and implement dashboards and reports; create rapid prototypes * Keep ...

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What is the difference between Senior Splunk vs Splunk Engineer?

AspectSenior SplunkSplunk Engineer
CertificationsSplunk Certified Power User, Admin, or ArchitectSplunk Certified Power User or Admin
Experience LevelAdvanced, with leadership and project oversightMid-level, focused on deployment and maintenance
Work EnvironmentEnterprise environments, often in leadership rolesOperational teams, deployment, and support
ResponsibilitiesDesign, architecture, strategic planningImplementation, troubleshooting, daily operations

While both roles require Splunk certifications and involve working with Splunk in enterprise settings, Senior Splunk professionals typically focus on architecture and strategic planning, whereas Splunk Engineers handle deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks. The senior role often involves leadership and project management, making it suitable for experienced professionals aiming for higher-level responsibilities.

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Senior Splunk Cyber Security Engineer

MANTECH

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Other

Posted 24 days ago

ManTech rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 242 rated software companies

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career, and customer-oriented Senior Splunk Cyber Security Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA.

In this role, you will support a mission-critical initiative and contribute directly to cybersecurity operations through the administration and engineering of a large enterprise Splunk environment. This position is ideal for professionals with strong hands-on experience in system integration, data management, and cyber defense initiatives. You will play a key role in maintaining and tuning Splunk systems, while collaborating with technical teams and cyber analysts across a dynamic enterprise environment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Managing the day-to-day operation of large enterprise Splunk deployments.
  • Troubleshooting data collection issues and resolving system conditions affecting stability or integrity.
  • Deploying and maintaining both supported and unsupported Splunk add-ons.
  • Executing Splunk Enterprise upgrades and patches.
  • Configuring and deploying Splunk forwarders using centralized management tools.
  • Maintaining and tuning Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) content and performance.
  • Managing knowledge objects, data models, dashboards, alerts, and operational content.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree, or 4+ additional years of IT experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 5+ years of experience in an enterprise and/or cybersecurity-focused environment.
  • Experience with Splunk administration and engineering.
  • Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) operations and configurations.
  • Proficiency with Unix and Windows environments.
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA-Security, GSEC).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Splunk certifications such as Architect, Consultant I/II, Admin, or Power User.
  • Experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Bash, Python, Java, Perl, .NET).
  • Familiarity with developing and deploying operational and security use cases within Splunk.

Clearance Requirements

  • Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
  • Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers via email, phone, or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.

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