Splunk Engineer (TS/SCI + CI Poly)

Description

The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company is seeking a Splunk Engineer with a TS/SCI CI Poly clearance (applicable to this customer) to join one of our top projects inMcLean, VA.  Below is an overview of the project, as well as information on our company, and our benefits.

THE PROGRAM

The DarkStar Group's team provides Analytic Software Development, Data Engineering, and Cloud Migration services, as well as interagency communication and data-sharing solutions, as part of an enterprise program that spans two major Intelligence Community customers. This project regularly has new openings for Software Engineers, Cloud Infrastructure Experts, DevOps Engineers, Data Engineers, SharePoint Developers and Administrators, ServiceNow Developers, and various other types of IT professionals.

Work on this program takes place in Herndon, McLean, and Bethesda (we cannot support remote work) and requires a TS/SCI Polygraph clearance (acceptable to this customer).

The Role

• The DarkStar Group is seeking a highly motivated Splunk Engineer that has 8 years of experience managing a Splunk Platform, creating Splunk applications, and using IT Service Intelligence (ITSI). The Splunk engineer will build applications to help manage, search, analyze, and visualize data. The role includes troubleshooting and performing Splunk application development following a Scrum Agile approach. The role also includes integrating Splunk with other applications (e.g., ServiceNow).

Responsibilities:

• Design core scripts to automate Splunk maintenance and alerting tasks
• Develop dashboards and reports to display business-critical information
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and alerts to ensure efficient monitoring and management of IT systems
• Engage with Product Owners to align platform capabilities with evolving business needs
• Create scalable, flexible security architectures using standards-based integrations
• Assist in developing policies for the secure operation of Splunk infrastructure
• Support cloud-based deployment and sustainment (AWS and Azure)
• Conduct software integration testing and cybersecurity compliance tasks
• Automate processes and develop efficiencies alongside development and install teams
• Maintain infrastructure for integration, cyber compliance, and network administration
• Support both UNIX/Linux and Windows-based systems
• Collaborate with IT teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve IT issues using Splunk
• Document configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures.

Required Skills

• BA/BS degree and 10 years of experience. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree 9 years of experience if AA/AS, or 11 additional years of experience with HS diploma
• 8 years of experience and demonstrated knowledge supporting IT Systems
• 4 years of experience implementing and operating Splunk systems to include universal and heavy forwarders, search heads, deployment server, and indexes
• Design, develop, and implement new features for Splunk products
• Provide training and support to IT staff on Splunk usage and best practices
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining Splunk solutions including, but not limited to: Splunk Enterprise, Splunk IT Service Intelligence, Splunk Log Management
• Knowledge of Linux security best practices
• Knowledge of cybersecurity compliance including RMF and IA standards
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Service-oriented mindset
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Splunk Certifications:
  • Splunk Certified for Splunk IT Service Intelligence (ITSI)
  • Splunk Certified Administrator (SCA)

Desired Skills (Optional)

• Current Security or DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
• AWS or Azure Certification
• ITIL v4 Certification
• Strong understanding of IT operations, security, and business intelligence.
• Good team player with a strong willingness to help others
• Experience scripting in the following preferred:
  • Python, Perl, and JavaScript in relation to Splunk Apps/Add-ons
  • SQL for querying structured data
  • Knowledge of XML and JSON for data handling
  • Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for data analysis in Splunk

Why Choose The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company

The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company, started with a simple, American idea: we do things not because they are easy but because they are hard. The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company, exists to answer challenges. We do it for customers in defense, intelligence, homeland security—anyone whose job it is to advance America’s strategic position. The size of the challenge we face demands new skills, new backgrounds, and new thinking. That’s what we’re here to deliver. And when you work shoulder to shoulder with brilliant people tackling the most high-stakes challenges, it’s invigorating. Our culture is built on collaboration, mission-focused innovation, and a commitment to excellence, where every challenge we answer opens the door to a new possibility.

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision  
• Health Savings Account with company contribution  
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays  
• Paid Parental Leave   
• 401k with generous company match  
• Training and Development Opportunities  
• Award Programs  
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events  

The DarkStar Group, A GRVTY Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 
 
Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email ds_recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

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