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Splunk Admin Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Engineer II

Dublin, CA · On-site

$113K - $195K/yr

... Administer and enhance the enterprise DevOps toolchain, including CloudBees, GitHub, GitHub Actions, SonarQube, Nexus Repository, Jira, Confluence, Splunk, and Dynatrace, ensuring platform ...

Systems Administrator

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Systems Administrator Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team ... SIEM (Splunk, SolarWinds, etc.) Coordination, Communication and Presentation skills Layer 2/3 ...

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Systems Administrator Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team ... SIEM (Splunk, SolarWinds, etc.) Coordination, Communication and Presentation skills Layer 2/3 ...

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Systems Administrator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $135K/yr

Administer and optimize Microsoft 365 and Azure services (Azure AD, Intune, Exchange Online ... Splunk, Azure Monitor). * Support engineering and simulation applications (CAD, CAM, CFD) on both ...

Administer and optimize Microsoft 365 and Azure services (Azure AD, Intune, Exchange Online ... Splunk, Azure Monitor). * Support engineering and simulation applications (CAD, CAM, CFD) on both ...

DevOps Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$61.75 - $84.75/hr

Big Data Management Administer and build Cloudera Hadoop infrastructures * Monitoring Systems System Level (Nagios, Zabbix, Check_MK) Log/Application Level (Splunk, Elastic Search) * Ability to ...

DevOps Engineer

San Jose, CA

$61.75 - $84.75/hr

... Management Administer and build Cloudera Hadoop infrastructures Monitoring Systems System Level (Nagios, Zabbix, Check_MK) Log/Application Level (Splunk, Elastic Search) Ability to diagnose ...

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How much do splunk admin jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for splunk admin in California is $48.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.65 and $57.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a Splunk Admin?

To succeed as a Splunk Admin, you need a solid understanding of Splunk architecture, log management, and data analysis, often supported by degrees in IT or computer science and relevant work experience. Hands-on experience with Splunk Enterprise, knowledge of scripting (such as Python or Shell), and certifications like Splunk Core Certified Power User or Splunk Certified Admin are highly valued. Strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills help you efficiently manage incidents and collaborate with IT and security teams. These abilities ensure reliable system performance, effective data monitoring, and responsive issue resolution within dynamic technical environments.

What is a Splunk Admin?

A Splunk Admin is responsible for installing, configuring, and managing Splunk software to ensure optimal system performance and security. They create and maintain dashboards, alerts, and reports while troubleshooting system issues and optimizing queries for better data indexing. Additionally, they manage user access, ensure data integrity, and support teams in leveraging Splunk for log analysis and monitoring.

What does a Splunk Admin do?

As a Splunk Admin, you’ll typically spend your days monitoring system health, troubleshooting data ingestion issues, and ensuring log data is correctly indexed and searchable. You’ll also manage user access, create custom dashboards or alerts, and collaborate closely with security, IT operations, and development teams to support various business needs. Routine maintenance tasks like version upgrades and capacity planning are part of the role, ensuring the Splunk environment remains robust and secure. This work is often performed either independently or as part of a dedicated monitoring or security operations team, offering plenty of opportunities to develop technical and collaborative skills.

How much do Splunk admins make?

Splunk administrators typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $80,000 to $120,000, depending on experience, certifications, and location. Senior roles or those with advanced skills in data analysis and security can earn higher salaries, especially with relevant certifications like Splunk Certified Admin or Architect.
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$113K - $195K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Engineer II is responsible for designing, building, and supporting the CI/CD platforms, automation frameworks, and developer tools that enable secure, reliable, and repeatable software delivery. The role develops and maintains Pipeline-as-Code, Infrastructure-as-Code, and deployment automation across Azure and on-premises environments, using tools such as CloudBees, GitHub and GitHub Actions, Bitbucket, Terraform, Docker, and Ansible, integrated with a broader DevOps toolchain that includes SonarQube, Nexus, Splunk, Dynatrace, and Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence. Working closely with development, infrastructure, and security teams, the Engineer II helps improve automation, self-service capabilities, and day-to-day reliability across the software delivery lifecycle.
The base salary range for this role is $113,200 - $195,000. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation solutions that enable secure, reliable, and efficient software delivery across Azure and on-premises environments.
• Develop and support Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and configuration management solutions using tools such as Terraform and Ansible to standardize and automate infrastructure provisioning and application deployment.
• Administer and enhance the enterprise DevOps toolchain, including CloudBees, GitHub, GitHub Actions, SonarQube, Nexus Repository, Jira, Confluence, Splunk, and Dynatrace, ensuring platform availability, performance, and scalability.
• Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and security teams to establish and support standardized build, test, release, and deployment processes that improve software quality and delivery speed.
• Implement automated quality, security, and compliance controls within CI/CD pipelines, including code quality analysis, artifact management, and deployment validation.
• Support containerization and modern application delivery practices using technologies such as Docker and cloud-native deployment methodologies.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve CI/CD platform, automation, and deployment issues; perform root-cause analysis and implement preventive improvements to reduce operational risk.
• Evaluate, implement, and support self-service platform capabilities and developer enablement solutions that improve developer productivity, streamline software delivery, and promote DevOps best practices.
• Experience using AI-powered engineering tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, AI-assisted development and automation tools) to improve code quality, productivity, troubleshooting, and software delivery processes.
COMPETENCIES:
People
• Building Effective Teams
• Developing Talent
• Collaboration
Self
• Leading by Example
• Communicates Effectively
• Ensures Accountability and Execution
• Manages Conflict
Business
• Business Acumen
• Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes
• Organizational Agility
With particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies:
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Customer Focus
• Listening
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in DevOps, Platform Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technology roles.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and software delivery platforms.
• Experience supporting cloud and hybrid environments, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Azure services and infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD and source control platforms including CloudBees/Jenkins, GitHub, GitHub Actions, and repository management practices.
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform), configuration management (Ansible), containerization (Docker), and automation scripting using PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar languages.
• Experience administering and integrating DevOps tools such as SonarQube, Nexus Repository, Splunk, Dynatrace, Jira, and Confluence.
• Strong understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), DevOps principles, release management, CI/CD best practices, and modern software delivery methodologies.
• Working knowledge of modern application architectures, APIs, distributed systems, and technologies such as Spring Boot, Angular, and cloud-native applications.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, HashiCorp Terraform Associate, GitHub, CloudBees/Jenkins, Kubernetes, or equivalent certifications are preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA:
Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer.
Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc.
Consistent timeliness and regular attendance.
Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
This position may be performed remotely anywhere within the United States. #LI-Remote
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
N/A
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.
Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.