Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Splunk Analyst to join our team.
As a Splunk Analyst, you will play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing our Splunk platform, ensuring its effective utilization for monitoring and analyzing various system logs and data sources.
Your primary responsibility will be to design, develop, and implement Splunk searches, reports, and dashboards to extract valuable insights from the collected data.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data requirements and provide customized solutions using Splunk.
Additionally, you will troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to the Splunk environment, including data ingestion, parsing, and indexing.
The ideal candidate for this role will have a deep understanding of Splunk architecture and best practices, as well as hands-on experience in managing large-scale Splunk deployments.
You should possess excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate business needs into effective Splunk solutions.
Strong knowledge of scripting languages, such as Python or PowerShell, is also desirable to automate tasks and enhance data analysis capabilities.
Good communication skills are essential for effectively conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Maintain and optimize the Splunk platform, including data ingestion, parsing, and indexing
Design, develop, and implement Splunk searches, reports, and dashboards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and provide customized Splunk solutions
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the Splunk environment and data integrity
Monitor system logs and data sources to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies
Perform data analysis and provide actionable insights to support business decision-making
Create and maintain documentation, including procedures, guidelines, and knowledge base articles
Stay updated with the latest Splunk features, industry best practices, and emerging trends
Should be comfortable working with Linux environment as well as Windows
Strong knowledge of Splunk architecture, administration and best practices
Proficient in creating and managing Splunk searches, reports and dashboard
Experience with scripting languages like Python or PowerShell
Solid understanding of data analysis techniques and statistical concepts
Familiarity with log management, monitoring tools, and IT Infrastructure
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Qualifications:
An Active TS/SCI clearance + FS polygraph
Must have a Splunk certification
Bachelor’s degree and 12 years’ experience as an IT Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity along with at least one of the twelve years within the Federal Government is required.
A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, or related discipline may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the requirement to ten (10) years of experience.
Four (4) years of additional IT Engineer experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree, making the total experience requirement sixteen (16) years as an IT Engineer without a degree.
Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.
Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors.
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