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Senior Splunk Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$118K - $162K/yr

Senior Splunk Engineer ID: 1000000053 Location: Washington,DC Clearance Level: Active Top Secret Shift: Standard Day Shift (M-F) Travel Requirements: None More about this job > Description Company ...

Sr. Splunk Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$115K - $158K/yr

The Senior Splunk Engineer maintains the logging infrastructure for Splunk Enterprise and other dependent infrastructure, such as syslog (syslog-ng/rsyslog) to ensure that reports are available, fast ...

Sr. Splunk Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$115K - $158K/yr

The Senior Splunk Engineer maintains the logging infrastructure for Splunk Enterprise and other dependent infrastructure, such as syslog (syslog-ng/rsyslog) to ensure that reports are available, fast ...

Sr. Splunk Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$118K - $161K/yr

The Senior Splunk Engineer maintains the logging infrastructure for Splunk Enterprise and other dependent infrastructure, such as syslog (syslog-ng/rsyslog) to ensure that reports are available, fast ...

Sr. Splunk Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ · Hybrid

$115K - $158K/yr

The Senior Splunk Engineer maintains the logging infrastructure for Splunk Enterprise and other dependent infrastructure, such as syslog (syslog-ng/rsyslog) to ensure that reports are available, fast ...

Senior Splunk Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$129K - $177K/yr

The Senior Splunk Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing Splunk solutions to support cybersecurity, compliance, and operational visibility across government systems.

Sr. Splunk Engineer

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$134K - $185K/yr

The Senior Splunk Engineer maintains the logging infrastructure for Splunk Enterprise and other dependent infrastructure, such as syslog (syslog-ng/rsyslog) to ensure that reports are available, fast ...

Senior Splunk Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site +1

$125K - $148K/yr

The Senior Splunk Engineer designs, implements, maintains, and optimizes Splunk capabilities that support cybersecurity monitoring, investigation, reporting, and security operations. This role is ...

Sr. Splunk Engineer Location : Phoenix AZ Hybrid Skills: 5+ years of Splunk experience, overall experience could be higher Should have Splunk Admin skills Other required skills - Python, PowerShell ...

Senior Splunk Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$129K - $177K/yr

They are seeking a Senior Splunk Engineer to design, implement, and optimize Splunk solutions for federal customers, focusing on cybersecurity and compliance. Responsibilities : • Lead the ...

Senior Splunk Engineer

Arlington, VA

$120K - $165K/yr

The Splunk Engineer SME may be required to interact with senior management, as necessary. * Conceptualize, design, build, and maintain current and future customer-supported tools and platforms

Senior Splunk Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

The Splunk Engineer SME may be required to interact with senior management, as necessary. * Conceptualize, design, build, and maintain current and future customer-supported tools and platforms

Senior Splunk Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$131K - $180K/yr

... engineering) * 2-5 years of windows and linux system administration * 2-5 years of commercial software development experienced * 2-5 years of experience with Splunk, SIEMs, and analytic security ...

SCTASK Reference number SCTASK1572207 DIR-ITSAC Role (including level) Splunk Engineer 3 Work to be accomplished Client is hiring Senior Splunk Engineers for the ITD Centralized Enterprise Logging ...

Senior Splunk Engineer

Annapolis, MD

$113K - $155K/yr

We are looking for a talented and passionate Level 3 System Engineer who would support one of the clients located in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Splunk Engineer ...

Senior Splunk Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$131K - $180K/yr

... engineering) * 2-5 years of windows and linux system administration * 2-5 years of commercial software development experienced * 2-5 years of experience with Splunk, SIEMs, and analytic security ...

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How much do sr splunk engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr splunk engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sr Splunk Engineer vs Splunk Developer?

AspectSr Splunk EngineerSplunk Developer
Required CredentialsSplunk certifications, technical degreesSplunk certifications, coding skills
Work EnvironmentIT operations, security teamsDevelopment teams, data analysis
Employer & Industry UsageLarge enterprises, security, IT opsTech firms, data analytics projects

The main difference is that a Sr Splunk Engineer focuses on deploying, managing, and maintaining Splunk infrastructure, while a Splunk Developer primarily designs and develops Splunk apps and dashboards. Both roles require Splunk certifications and technical expertise, but their daily tasks and focus areas differ based on operational versus development responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Sr Splunk Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, and 35% Contract. Highlights an 90% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,557 per year, or $60.8 per hour.
Senior Splunk Engineer with Security Clearance

Senior Splunk Engineer with Security Clearance

Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC

King, NC • On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

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Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Splunk Engineer for a growing client in the cybersecurity/government contracting industry in the Raleigh-Durham (RTP), NC area. The Senior Splunk Engineer role requires you to sit onsite 5 days a week in RTP. The Senior Splunk Engineer role is ideal for an experienced engineer with deep expertise in Splunk architecture, backend engineering, and large-scale log aggregation environments supporting secure systems. Responsibilities of the Senior Splunk Engineer include: • Design, build, and maintain Splunk infrastructure, including indexers, forwarders, and search heads in secure, high-availability environments. • Develop and optimize data onboarding pipelines, ensuring reliable ingestion and normalization of large-scale log and event data. • Manage Splunk architecture performance, including capacity planning, scaling strategies, and system tuning. • Implement secure configurations and maintain compliance with government and security standards. • Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to enhance monitoring, logging, and observability capabilities across systems. Requirements of the Senior Splunk Engineer include: • Active Secret Clearance is required • 5+ years of hands-on Splunk engineering or architecture experience with a focus on backend infrastructure (not dashboarding or end-user analytics). • Strong expertise in Splunk Enterprise architecture, including deployment, configuration, and performance optimization. • Experience working in secure or regulated environments, preferably within government or defense sectors. • Strong understanding of Linux systems, networking, and log management best practices. Compensation for the Senior Splunk Engineer include: • $140,000 - $160,000 annually • Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law. • Onsite work requirement (RTP, 5 days per week) • This job opens for applications on 07/08/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. Keywords: Senior Splunk Engineer, Splunk Architect, Splunk Enterprise, RTP, Secret Clearance, Log Management, SIEM, Linux, Cybersecurity, Onsite #LI-BM4