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Advantage Tech

Security Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$120K/yr

Experience with Metrics, Events, Logging in an environment similar to Splunk. * 2-4 years: Experience in security engineering. * 2-4 years: Experience in on-premises environment focused on security ...

Venatore Llc

Splunk SOAR Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

The Splunk SOAR Engineer will lead the full lifecycle of platform architecture, integration ... Adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements within the operational environment.

TheStaffed

IAM Security Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Our client is seeking an IAM Security Engineer to facilitate application onboarding into their Identity and Access Management infrastructure, analyze security log data, and develop Splunk ...

Peraton

Splunk Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

Responsibilities The Mid-Level Splunk Engineer supports enterprise-wide monitoring, alerting, and ... Onboard new data sources including network appliances, servers, security tools, and applications ...

Peraton

Splunk Engineer

Herndon, VA

Responsibilities The Mid-Level Splunk Engineer supports enterprise-wide monitoring, alerting, and ... Onboard new data sources including network appliances, servers, security tools, and applications ...

Qmulos

Splunk Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

Use Splunk as the primary security platform for your work * Propose innovative uses cases for ... Prefer some experience in network monitoring * 1-3 years of programming experience, e.g., Python ...

Peraton

Splunk Engineer

Riverdale, MD

Responsibilities The Mid-Level Splunk Engineer supports enterprise-wide monitoring, alerting, and ... Onboard new data sources including network appliances, servers, security tools, and applications ...

Peraton

Splunk Engineer

Riverdale, MD · On-site

Responsibilities The Mid-Level Splunk Engineer supports enterprise-wide monitoring, alerting, and ... Onboard new data sources including network appliances, servers, security tools, and applications ...

Qmulos

Splunk Engineer

Arlington, VA

Use Splunk as the primary security platform for your work * Propose innovative uses cases for ... Prefer some experience in network monitoring * 1-3 years of programming experience, e.g., Python ...

Apex Informatics

Security Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

... Splunk experience Years of experience with Email threat analysis (phishing, malware, URL-based attacks) Years of experience with Incident response, threat hunting, and security engineering

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How much do splunk security engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for splunk security engineer in the United States is $152,773.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $143,000.00 and $158,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Splunk Security Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Splunk Security Engineer, you need strong expertise in cybersecurity principles, log analysis, and experience with Splunk Enterprise or Splunk Cloud platforms, often supported by a related degree or certifications like Splunk Certified Power User or Architect. Familiarity with SIEM tools, scripting languages (e.g., Python), and integration of security data sources is essential. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills help you collaborate effectively with IT and security teams. These skills are crucial for proactively detecting threats, improving system security, and ensuring an organization's digital safety.

What does a typical day look like for a Splunk Security Engineer?

A typical day for a Splunk Security Engineer involves monitoring security alerts and dashboards, investigating and responding to potential threats, and fine-tuning Splunk queries or correlation searches. You may work closely with SOC analysts, network engineers, and system administrators to interpret security logs, uncover patterns, and implement new detection rules or data integrations. Additionally, you might help with onboarding new data sources into Splunk and contribute to incident response activities or post-incident reviews. The role is highly collaborative and often fast-paced, requiring a blend of analytical and technical skills to keep organizational data secure.

What is a Splunk Security Engineer job?

A Splunk Security Engineer is responsible for implementing, managing, and optimizing Splunk for security operations. They design and maintain Splunk infrastructure, create alerts and dashboards, and analyze security logs to detect threats. Their role involves integrating Splunk with various security tools and developing custom use cases for threat detection and response. Additionally, they collaborate with security teams to enhance monitoring capabilities and ensure compliance with organizational security policies.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineer

Advantage Tech

Kansas City, MO • On-site

$120K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Advantage Tech is searching for a qualified Security Engineer for their client based in the Kansas City Metro area.
Security Engineers are responsible for the secure operations of infrastructure, platforms, and software, including the installation, maintenance, and improvement of hybrid (on-premise and cloud) computing environments. They also help develop new designs and security strategies across all applications, including infrastructure, platform, and SaaS.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Configure business operating environments securely
  • Perform penetration testing and threat hunting to identify potential risks
  • Monitor for and respond to incidents in the Firm's hybrid environment
  • Keep infrastructure current, make recommendations, and continually improve security technologies
  • Analyze, design, and develop programs, shell scripts, tests, and infrastructure automation capabilities
  • Work with analysts and engineers across the organization to continually improve cyber resilience
  • Provide support to understand and develop system requirements and technical solutions for cybersecurity engineering based on system architectures (CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and NIST Cyber Security Framework).
  • Support the maturation of the enterprise architecture to align with the Firm's information security and risks to the organizational operations, organizational assets, and individuals
  • Develop alternatives of system designs and/or architecture, which consider trade-offs between security requirements, functional/operational requirements, and cost
  • Identify and define the requirements of the overall security of the network
  • Plan, engineer, and monitor overall security implementation of network systems
  • Support in configuring and implementing network security tools
  • Test and provide solutions for system weaknesses, threats, security issues
  • Research and identify latest suitable technologies and processes that will improve the overall security of the system
  • Regularly audit the existing network configuration and provide improvement recommendations
  • Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Microsoft Active Directory with Azure experience
  • 2-4 years of experience in on-premises environment focused on security
  • 2-4 years of experience in security engineering
  • Ability to perform detection engineering to interrogate computer logs to identify anomalous behavior
  • Develop workflows within a SIEM to automate detections and actions taken
  • Demonstrative knowledge/experience with (2) scripting languages like Python and PowerShell
  • Demonstrative knowledge and expertise with common enterprise-grade security solutions
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • 2-4 years of experience with Metrics, Events, Logging, in an environment similar to Splunk
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or equivalent experience.
Education (Required)
  • Bachelor's or better in Computer Engineering or related field.
  • Bachelor's or better in Computer Science or related field.
Experience (Required)
  • 2-4 years: Experience with Metrics, Events, Logging in an environment similar to Splunk.
  • 2-4 years: Experience in security engineering.
  • 2-4 years: Experience in on-premises environment focused on security.

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