Description

Job Description:

The Splunk Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Splunk solutions to support the NY MECM project security and monitoring needs.

Key responsibilities:

• Setting up data sources to collect logs, events, and metrics from various systems (EC2, applications, network devices) into the Splunk cloud

• Defining data collection strategies, including data parsing and field extraction rules

• Developing complex Splunk search queries to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in data

• Creating custom visualizations (charts, graphs, tables) to effectively present data insights on dashboards

• Utilizing Splunk's search functions to troubleshoot issues, investigate incidents, and perform root cause analysis

• Configuring real-time alerts based on specific search criteria to proactively notify teams of critical events

• Managing alert thresholds and escalation procedures

• Monitoring Splunk system health and performance

• Designing and building interactive dashboards to provide key performance indicators (KPIs) and insights to stakeholders

• Customizing dashboard layouts and access controls for different user groups

• Managing Splunk user accounts and permissions to ensure data security and compliance

• Defining roles and assigning appropriate access levels for different user groups

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of Splunk search language (SPL) and data manipulation techniques

• Experience with data collection methods and data ingestion pipelines

• Proficiency in creating visualizations and dashboards within Splunk

• Knowledge of IT operations, system logs, and network protocols

• Ability to troubleshoot issues related to data processing and analysis within Splunk

• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts and potentially experience with AWS (preferred) or other cloud platforms

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Proven experience as a Splunk Engineer with a focus on Splunk SaaS

• Strong knowledge of Splunk architecture, components, and deployment methodologies

• Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) and IT Service Intelligence (ITSI) is a plus

• Proficiency in creating and managing Splunk dashboards, reports, and alerts

• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Splunk certifications (e.g., Splunk Certified Admin, Splunk Certified Architect) are preferred.

Skills

Splunk, Aws, Security, Git, Scripting

Top Skills Details

Splunk,Aws,Security

Additional Skills & Qualifications

If they can come to Albany NY once a quarter, that would be ideal.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 2025.

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.