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Senior Splunk Cyber Security Engineer

MANTECHChantilly, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 30 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Senior Splunk Cyber Security Engineer role offers significant growth potential within a reputable company, allowing you to deepen your expertise in cyber defense and system accreditation. You'll thrive here if you are a proactive individual with extensive Splunk and cybersecurity experience, eager to contribute to critical security initiatives in a flexible hybrid environment. Apply now to advance your career and make a real impact!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Chantilly, VA, United States
Posted
4 weeks ago
Splunk

Job Description

Senior Splunk Cyber Security Engineer | Chantilly, VA, United States | Hybrid

This employer is seeking a motivated Senior Splunk Cyber Security Engineer to support critical system accreditation efforts. The role involves managing a large Splunk environment, implementing security controls, and ensuring comprehensive system documentation and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-impact cybersecurity program.

The Role

  • Manage the daily operations and troubleshooting of a large Splunk environment.
  • Deploy and manage Splunk Add-ons and perform integrations via API.
  • Develop detailed Splunk deployment documentation.
  • Design and deploy forwarders using centralized configuration management.
  • Oversee Knowledge Object Management and ensure data consistency with CIM.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure system requirements are met.

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of relevant experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity.
  • 3+ years of experience with Splunk Enterprise Security.
  • Experience with Unix, Linux, and Windows operating systems.
  • Familiarity with system accreditation processes and ICD 503 requirements.
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II or IAT Level III certification.

What's On Offer

  • Opportunity to work on a significant cybersecurity program.
  • Collaborative team environment.
  • Role involves problem-solving and technical implementation.
  • Support for professional development in cybersecurity.

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