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Core4ce

Sr. Splunk Administrator

At least 8 years of IT experience, with at least a year working directly with Splunk, either as a power user or as a system administrator. * Experience with the Department of Defense or other federal ...

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At least 8 years of IT experience, with at least a year working directly with Splunk, either as a power user or as a system administrator. * Experience with the Department of Defense or other federal ...

MethodHub

Splunk Observability Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Splunk Core Certified Power User: Essential for mastering complex SPL for log analysis. * OpenTelemetry Expert: Knowledge of the OTel Collector configuration (receivers, processors, exporters) is ...

Peraton

Splunk Software Engineer

Linthicum Heights, MD

$176K - $282K/yr

Splunk Certified Power User * Splunk Certified Admin * Splunk Accredited Core Implementation * Splunk Accredited Consultant * Ability to design and develop software solutions by analyzing stakeholder ...

Peraton

Splunk Software Engineer

Linthicum, MD · On-site

$176K - $282K/yr

Splunk Certified Power User * Splunk Certified Admin * Splunk Accredited Core Implementation * Splunk Accredited Consultant * Ability to design and develop software solutions by analyzing stakeholder ...

Peraton

Splunk Software Engineer

Linthicum Heights, MD · On-site

$176K - $282K/yr

Splunk Certified Power User * Splunk Certified Admin * Splunk Accredited Core Implementation * Splunk Accredited Consultant * Ability to design and develop software solutions by analyzing stakeholder ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Splunk Administrator

Indian Head, MD · On-site

Ability to obtain Splunk Certification such as Splunk Certified Admin or Splunk Certified Power User Certification prior to start date * Ability to obtain an IAT Level II certification prior to start ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Splunk Administrator

Indian Head, MD · On-site

Ability to obtain Splunk Certification such as Splunk Certified Admin or Splunk Certified Power User Certification prior to start date * Ability to obtain an IAT Level II certification prior to start ...

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How much do splunk power user jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for splunk power user in the United States is $117,001.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Splunk Power User?

Splunk Power Users are individuals who have advanced knowledge and skills in using Splunk for searching, analyzing, and visualizing machine data. They are proficient in creating complex searches, dashboards, alerts, and reports, and often help organizations derive insights from large volumes of data. Power Users typically have access to more features than standard users, such as creating knowledge objects and managing data models, but less access than Splunk administrators. They play a crucial role in maximizing the value of Splunk within an organization by building efficient queries and sharing actionable insights with teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Splunk Power User, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Splunk Power User, you need a solid understanding of data analysis, search processing language (SPL), and system monitoring, typically supported by experience with IT operations or cybersecurity. Familiarity with the Splunk platform, dashboards, reports, and ideally a Splunk Power User certification are important technical assets. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help users interpret data insights and collaborate with technical teams. These skills and qualities enable efficient use of Splunk for identifying issues, optimizing performance, and supporting organizational security and compliance.

How does a Splunk Power User typically collaborate with IT and security teams within an organization?

A Splunk Power User frequently acts as a bridge between raw data and actionable insights for both IT and security teams. They work closely with team members to create meaningful dashboards, alerts, and reports tailored to each department's needs. This role often involves translating technical requirements into Splunk searches and visualizations, facilitating faster troubleshooting and incident response. Regular collaboration ensures that data sources are properly onboarded and that the organization leverages Splunk's full potential for monitoring, compliance, and security.

What is the difference between Splunk Power User vs Splunk Administrator?

AspectSplunk Power UserSplunk Administrator
CredentialsBasic Splunk certifications, familiarity with Splunk queriesAdvanced certifications, deeper knowledge of Splunk architecture
Work EnvironmentEnd-users, analysts, and reporting rolesSystem management, deployment, and maintenance
Industry UsageData analysis, troubleshooting, and reportingSystem setup, configuration, and health monitoring

Splunk Power Users focus on analyzing data and creating reports using Splunk, while Splunk Administrators handle system setup, configuration, and maintenance. Both roles require familiarity with Splunk but differ in technical depth and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Splunk Power User job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,001 per year, or $56.3 per hour.

Sr. Splunk Administrator

Core4ce

Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 hours ago

Job description

Core4ce is seeking a Senior Splunk Administrator to support mission-critical, classified DoD programs. This role is responsible for the design, deployment, administration, and optimization of enterprise Splunk environments supporting cybersecurity, operational monitoring, and compliance initiatives within secure enclaves.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Splunk Enterprise, Splunk ES, and distributed architectures, with experience operating in classified (TS/SCI) environments and supporting RMF, continuous monitoring, and Zero Trust initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrated experience using Splunk Search Processing Language to assist customers in creating queries, setting alerts, identifying event conditions, and building dashboards. Develop reliable, efficient, and re-usable queries that will drive custom alerts and dashboards
  • Assist users in accessing and identifying relevant audit logs, both for troubleshooting and cybersecurity compliance purposes.
  • Assisting customers in configuring dashboards to facilitate their own audit log analysis, and generally assisting customers in developing Splunk solutions for their use cases.
  • Data onboarding to high data quality standards and CIM compliance.
  • Installing, configuring, and deploying Splunk infrastructure, to include search heads, indexers, forwarders, and other Splunk components in large deployment.
  • Support large-scale deployment with data feeds from multiple locations worldwide
  • Monitor and maintain Splunk performance, availability, and capacity. Recommend configuration changes to improve the performance, stability or usability of the platform.
  • Work independently, take initiative, and proactively troubleshoot and resolve platform issues.
  • Act as the Splunk liaison for Splunk technical questions, issues or escalations. This will include working with Splunk Support, Product Management or others as needed. 

*This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.

Requirements

  • Top Secret security clearance
  • High school graduation or GED. High-level education, such as a technical bachelor's degree, is highly valued but not required.
  • At least 8 years of IT experience, with at least a year working directly with Splunk, either as a power user or as a system administrator.
  • Experience with the Department of Defense or other federal agencies is preferred but not required.
  • Hold an industry certification related to any of the following technologies: Windows OS, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, or VMWare. Other industry certifications may also be applicable for this position and will be considered upon request.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as bash, python and powershell.
  • Broad understanding of IT infrastructure, including network, system, application and compliance, and corresponding logs generated.
  • Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin certification strongly preferred. If the successful candidate does not already hold this certification at the time of hire, he/she will be expected to obtain it within 6 months of starting
  • CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification required, either at the time of hire or within 6 months of starting if not already held.

Why Work for Us?

 Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers-driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.

We offer:

  • 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage-employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
  • Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
  • Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses
  • Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
  • Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.

Join us to build a career that matters-supported by a company that invests in you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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