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Splunk Admin Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Senior Database Administrator

Portland, OR · On-site +1

$62.73 - $77.16/hr

Are you a Senior Database Administrator that is passionate about building the SQL platforms that ... Idera, RedGate Monitor, Splunk, etc.). • Working knowledge or skill with BI reporting platforms ...

OR · On-site

Experience in handling the authorization logs using Splunk log management solution is must as well ... Controlling user access to PlainID admin / PAP portal. * Monitoring the health of the PlainID ...

Coordinate with SOC analysts, Splunk engineers, threat hunters, and system administrators to ensure security tooling supports monitoring, investigation, and response requirements. Vulnerability, Risk ...

... Splunk engineers, threat hunters, and system administrators to ensure security tooling supports monitoring, investigation, and response requirements. • Analyze vulnerability scan results ...

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How much do splunk admin jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for splunk admin in Oregon is $52.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.44 and $61.49 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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Infographic showing various Splunk Admin job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,213 per year, or $52 per hour.

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Job description

The Engineer will join a Splunk engineering team responsible for working in the platform based on Splunk and owning the health, accuracy and maintenance of the application on a go forward basis. This individual will work at the direction of senior team leads to perform application upgrades, configure Splunk, onboard data to Splunk and perform a variety of health checks to ensure the availability of the Splunk platform.
This role will also involve designing Splunk queries that assist the department in identifying and assisting other teams make better data driven decisions using Splunk. This involves the development of dashboards and reports in Splunk.
This position requires a technical background in Splunk administration, architecture and Splunk search and app development.
The individual must have a good knowledge of SPLUNK and solid communication and organization skills. The successful candidate is very motivated and willing to take on challenges, able to multi-task to succeed and has the ability work independently and with minimal oversight.