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Splunk Admin Jobs in Maryland (NOW HIRING)

Splunk Engineer 4

Laurel, MD · On-site

$249K - $266K/yr

Administer Splunk Enterprise security. * Develop and deploy complex Splunk searches. * Administer search head clusters, indexer clusters, and Splunk forwarders. * Work with users to troubleshoot ...

Administer Splunk Enterprise security. * Develop and deploy complex Splunk searches. * Administer search head clusters, indexer clusters, and Splunk forwarders. * Work with users to troubleshoot ...

Kepora is a company focused on national security programs, and they are seeking a Splunk ... Core / Admin / Architect certifications • Familiarity with Nifi, ELK, or Government Cloud ...

Splunk Administrator

Laurel, MD · On-site

$150K - $230K/yr

This isn't just another admin gig - it's your chance to own Splunk across a national security program at one of the highest-clearance sites in the country. You'll optimize logs that matter ...

Splunk Administrator

Laurel, MD · On-site

$150K - $230K/yr

This isn't just another admin gig - it's your chance to own Splunk across a national security program at one of the highest-clearance sites in the country. You'll optimize logs that matter ...

Mentor and train Splunk users and administrators * Participate as a Splunk escalation point for operations support * Monitor the agent and server infrastructure for capacity planning and optimization

Mentor and train Splunk users and administrators * Participate as a Splunk escalation point for operations support * Monitor the agent and server infrastructure for capacity planning and optimization

Splunk Engineer

Riverdale, MD · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Current Splunk Core Certified Power User, Admin, or Architect certification. * Experience supporting federal or DoD environments and familiarity with RMF (Risk Management Framework). * Experience ...

Current Splunk Core Certified Power User, Admin, or Architect certification. * Experience supporting federal or DoD environments and familiarity with RMF (Risk Management Framework). * Experience ...

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How much do splunk admin jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for splunk admin in Maryland is $47.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.03 and $56.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Splunk Admin job openings in Maryland as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, and 35% Contract. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,335 per year, or $47.8 per hour.

Splunk Engineer 4

Lentech Inc

Laurel, MD • On-site

$249K - $266K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

Responsibilities:
  • Architect, implement, and manage Splunk infrastructure and solutions.
  • Administer Splunk Enterprise security.
  • Develop and deploy complex Splunk searches.
  • Administer search head clusters, indexer clusters, and Splunk forwarders.
  • Work with users to troubleshoot, develop, and deploy Splunk solutions for them.
  • Use GIT to manage and deploy custom apps and configurations.
  • Use AWS to manage and deploy Splunk infrastructure.
  • Use Jira and ServiceNow to track tickets.

Required:
  • Active and current TS.SCI w FSP through MD
  • Splunk Architect certification OR Splunk admin certification with capabilities to architect Splunk solutions when needed
  • Experience or knowledge on managing Splunk clusters and forwarders.
  • Experience or knowledge on developing complex Splunk searches.
  • Basic Linux knowledge or experience.

Desired:
  • Splunk consultant or architect certification
  • Linux experience
  • GIT experience
  • AWS experience
  • Jira experience
  • ServiceNow experience
  • Splunk Enterprise Security knowledge or experience
  • Splunk SOAR knowledge or experience

Education:
  • Eight (8) years minimum experience and a High School Diploma/GED
  • Six (6) years minimum experience and an Associate's Degree
  • Four (4) years minimum experience and a Bachelor's Degree
  • Two (2) years minimum experience and a Master's Degree
About Lentech, Inc.
Lentech, Inc., provides technology-enabled IT Solutions and Mission Technical Solutions to civil, defense and intelligence customers. Through our accumulated years of experience, industry expertise, and strategic partnerships, Lentech has built mission-critical solutions for our federal and commercial customers. Lentech's clients achieve full life-cycle support and cost-effective managed services supporting enterprise computing and applications initiatives for Government agencies. Lentech's Mission Technical Solutions Division is focused on providing engineering, operations, I&T and technical services to civil and defense customers primarily in the aerospace fields.
Lentech, Inc. is a performance-based company providing employees with challenging and interesting work, competitive pay and benefits, and opportunities to learn and grow. We focus on providing an environment of fun, sharing, collaboration and connection. Our culture is team oriented, non-hierarchical and entrepreneurial. It gives people a chance to participate and be a factor in the company's growth and success.
Lentech, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identification, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law. We are proud of the diversity of our staff and seek diversity in our applicants.
The proposed salary range for this position is: $249000-$266,000