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Apex Systems is seeking a highly skilled Splunk Security Engineer with expertise in Cribl to join our clients Splunk Engineering team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining DHS’ Splunk environment, leveraging Cribl for data processing and routing. If interested, email ypopal@apexsystems.com your resume. Location: Hybrid – 2x onsite at National Harbor, 3x remote Hours: Regular business hours Compensation: $135,000-$160,000/yr Job type: 6-month contract to hire Clearance: Candidates must be US Citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance as a condition of employment. Certifications: ITIL v4 - can obtain within first 6 months What You’ll Get to Do Architecting, deploying, and managing Splunk infrastructure and solutions Configuring and fine-tuning Cribl Stream for efficient data collection, processing, and routing Developing and maintaining Splunk dashboards, alerts, and reports Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Splunk and Cribl implementations Conducting capacity planning and performance tuning for Splunk and Cribl environments Partnering with engineering and ISSO teams to gather requirements and deliver robust solutions Documenting and mapping the architecture of the current Splunk implementation Contributing to the development of a Security Engineering Tool roadmap Keeping pace with emerging security technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvements You’ll Bring These Qualifications Ability to attain DHS EOD and Top Secret Clearance ITIL V4 Foundations certification (or willingness to obtain within the first 6 months) BA/BS degree or equivalent, plus 10+ years of experience Extensive experience in cybersecurity, with a strong background in access management and network security 5+ years of experience as a Splunk Engineer 2+ years of hands-on experience with Cribl Stream Deep knowledge of Search Processing Language (SPL) Proficiency in Python, Bash, and PowerShell for automation and integration Experience with Linux/Unix system administration Strong background in guiding technicians with varying skill levels and supporting end users remotely Familiarity with security tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in optimizing security workflows Professional, customer-focused, and poised under pressure Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Preferred Qualifications Splunk Certified Admin or Architect certification Splunk Enterprise Security certification Extensive experience with Cribl LogStream and Cribl Edge Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Familiarity with observability tools like Elasticsearch and Prometheus Understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with large-scale, distributed systems EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apex Systems

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