Splunk Engineer
As a Splunk Engineer, your role entails crafting, executing, and upholding intricate Splunk setups for diverse clientele. Collaboration with fellow technical team members, alongside clients and stakeholders, is vital for devising and delivering top-notch solutions aligned with business needs.
In this role as a Splunk Engineer specializing in AWS, you'll play a crucial part in the design, implementation, and upkeep of Splunk solutions within AWS cloud environments. Collaborate across teams to seamlessly integrate Splunk with AWS services, offering valuable insights into system performance, security, and operational efficiency.
We foster an environment where every team member's input is valued, regardless of seniority. Your ideas matter here. Join us at Easy Dynamics, where professionalism meets passion, and together, we'll make strides in shaping the future of cybersecurity.
Responsibilities:
- Design, deploy, configure, and uphold Splunk infrastructure within AWS environments, encompassing the establishment of indexers, forwarders, and search heads.
- Formulate and execute Splunk data ingestion strategies for AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, CloudWatch, VPC Flow Logs, and other relevant offerings.
- Craft bespoke Splunk searches, dashboards, reports, and alerts tailored precisely to AWS-specific use cases and business requisites.
- Collaborate closely with AWS architects and engineers to fine-tune Splunk deployments for scalability, reliability, and cost optimization.
- Seamlessly integrate Splunk with AWS security services like AWS CloudTrail, AWS Config, and AWS Security Hub to fortify threat detection and incident response capabilities.
- Utilize Splunk's Machine Learning Toolkit (MLTK) to develop predictive models and anomaly detection algorithms for monitoring AWS environments effectively.
- Implement and manage Splunk apps and add-ons optimized for AWS integration, such as AWS App for Splunk and AWS Add-on for Splunk.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline Splunk deployment, configuration, and management tasks using AWS CloudFormation, AWS CLI, or other automation frameworks.
- Offer expert technical guidance and support to troubleshoot Splunk-related challenges, performance bottlenecks, and integration complexities within AWS environments.
- Remain abreast of AWS best practices, emerging services, and security updates, ensuring seamless alignment with Splunk deployment strategies and configurations.
- Stay attuned to evolving cloud technologies, industry trends, and data management best practices in the realm of cloud computing.
- Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
- Minimum Experience: 4 years’ experience in specialized cloud technologies OR
- Substitution/Alternative to Minimum Education and Experience: Must have at least 12 years of on-the-job experience
- Experience working as a Splunk Engineer with a focus on AWS integration and deployment
- Strong understanding of AWS services and architecture, with hands-on experience in deploying and managing AWS resources
- In-depth knowledge of Splunk Enterprise, including SPL (Splunk Processing Language), data modeling, and search optimization
- Experience with Splunk for log management, monitoring, and data analysis
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Shell scripting
- Experience with AWS security best practices, IAM (Identity and Access Management), encryption, and compliance standards
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in AWS and Splunk environments
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Cloud Certified Admin and/or Core Certified User and/or Enterprise Certified Admin
- Solutions Architect Associate and/or SysOps Administrator Associate and/or Certified Developer
- Must hold U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Government clearance
- Experience with other cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Understanding of network security principles, protocols, and technologies (e.g., VPN, firewalls, IDS/IPS)
- Proficiency in data analytics tools like Tableau, Power BI, and data visualization techniques
- Familiarity with scripting and programming languages such as JavaScript, Ruby, or Java
- Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CISM
- Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and related tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git)
- Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Elasticsearch
- Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and effective communication abilities
- Experience with regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS) and compliance monitoring solutions within Splunk
ABOUT EASY DYNAMICS
Easy Dynamics Corporation is a leading 8a and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) technology services provider with a core focus in Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and Information Sharing. We are builders, problem solvers, and trusted advisors who bring well-architected solutions and management consulting to our clients to align them with the best practices their missions demand. As industry leaders, we are committed to delivering unparalleled quality and service in all aspects of our organization and providing our customers with outstanding technical excellence and the business acumen to advise them on both tactical and strategic initiatives. Easy Dynamics’ culture is best described as “East Coast address, West Coast attitude.” We offer a flexible, laid-back atmosphere with a strong focus on maintaining a collaborative team environment. Our employees always come first, and we are active in ensuring their personal and professional growth. To learn more about our company culture and our excellent benefits package, please visit our careers page.
Easy Dynamics is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal state or local laws.