Splunk Cyber Software Engineer

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Annapolis Junction, Md.

Clearance: TS/SCI

VMR Strategic Solutions, LLC seeks a Splunk Cyber Software Engineer to be part of our exciting team supporting a robust, world-wide communications network, providing office automation packages; document and information management tools; and collaboration, voice, and video tools in a secure, flexible, distributed architecture supporting a classified DoD IT system.

Requirements
Monitor the health, performance, and capacity utilization of Splunk infrastructure.
Implement best practices for Splunk deployment, configuration, and optimization.
Design and manage Splunk data models, indexes, and search heads.
Develop and maintain Splunk alerts, dashboards, and reports to meet client needs.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Splunk configuration, data ingestion, and search performance.
Collaborate with client stakeholders and cross-functional teams to integrate Splunk with other systems and applications.
Provide training and support to client teams on Splunk usage and best practices.

Qualifications
Proven experience as a Splunk Administrator or similarly named Splunk focused role.
Strong understanding of Splunk architecture, components, and deployment options.
Proficiency in Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for creating complex search queries and reports.
Experience with Splunk data ingestion methods, including forwarders, HTTP Event Collector (HEC), and scripted inputs.
Familiarity with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES), Qumolos, and Splunk SOAR is a plus.
Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, including networking, operating systems, and security principles.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Requires a BS and 5+ years of experience OR Masters and 3+ years; 4 years additional experience may be considered in lieu of a BS degree.

Certifications:
Splunk Architect is desired.
Splunk Certified Administrator certification desired.
8140/8570 IAT Level III certification required.

Clearance: TS/SCI

Location: On-site