Peraton
Frontend Splunk Engineer
Job Locations: US Requisition ID: 2025-160037 Position Category: Cyber Security Clearance: Public Trust Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking an experienced Splunk Front-End Engineer to design, build, and maintain rich, user-focused dashboards and reports. You'll translate raw event data into actionable visualizations for asset managers, executives, and security operations teams. Direct collaboration with FAA customers is expected. This is a remote position with occasional on-site meeting support in the Washington, DC, Oklahoma City, OK or Egg Harbor Township, NJ area. Architect and implement Splunk dashboards for data-center asset inventory and vulnerability reporting Build executive dashboards that filter and highlight critical assets for situational awareness Normalize dashboard layouts, panels, and visualizations to a consistent styling and naming convention Optimize searches and SPL queries for performance and scalability Integrate new data sources and onboard security systems into Splunk Map CVE and asset owner data into asset-centric dashboards Produce and maintain dashboard documentation: data sources, queries, drill-downs, and user guides Mentor junior engineers and lead knowledge-transfer sessions Collaborate with stakeholders to plan new dashboards, define requirements, wireframes, and success metrics Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Technology, or related IT field with 5 years of relevant experience; or Masters with 3 years of relevant experience; or High School with 9 years of relevant experience 3 years proficiency with SPL, Dashboard Studio, data models, and the Asset Framework 3 years experience using the following tools and technologies: Splunk Enterprise (Search, SPL, Dashboard Studio, Data Models, Asset Framework), Splunk IT Service Intelligence (ITSI), Splunk Security Essentials, JIRA, Git, REST APIs, JSON, Basic CSS/HTML for dashboard theming US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain an FAA Public Trust clearance prior to start PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Technology, or related IT field with 6 years of relevant experience; or Masters with 4 years of relevant experience; or High School with 10 years of relevant experience Minimum 6 years hands-on experience building and supporting Splunk dashboards, reports, and saved searches Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, CAP, Security+, IT certifications, or equivalent (Must obtain within 12 months of start if not currently certified) Strong understanding of asset-centric reporting, CVE tracking, and executive situational awareness use cases Proven ability to optimize Splunk search performance and design intuitive UI layouts Excellent documentation skills and experience transferring knowledge to cross-functional teams In-depth understanding of the CDM program and its phases (vulnerability management, configuration management, identity and access management, incident response) Proficiency in Zero Trust principles, micro-segmentation, least-privilege access, and continuous verification Understanding of NIST RMF (SP 800-37/SP 800-53) from categorization through monitoring and continuous authorization Familiarity with CASM model for evaluating control effectiveness and mission impact Knowledge of FISMA requirements and annual reporting processes Experience applying FedRAMP security controls for cloud service providers and managing authorization packages (SSP, SAR, POA&M) Understanding of DISA STIG and SCAP standards for system hardening and automated compliance checking Ability to map organizational controls to CISA CDM dashboard metrics and drive dashboard data integrations Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. We deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies, across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Visit peraton.com to learn more. Target Salary Range
$80,000 - $128,000. This range reflects typical compensation and may vary by factors such as scope, experience, education, location, and contract considerations. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may apply depending on the position. EEO
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Job Locations: US Requisition ID: 2025-160037 Position Category: Cyber Security Clearance: Public Trust Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking an experienced Splunk Front-End Engineer to design, build, and maintain rich, user-focused dashboards and reports. You'll translate raw event data into actionable visualizations for asset managers, executives, and security operations teams. Direct collaboration with FAA customers is expected. This is a remote position with occasional on-site meeting support in the Washington, DC, Oklahoma City, OK or Egg Harbor Township, NJ area. Architect and implement Splunk dashboards for data-center asset inventory and vulnerability reporting Build executive dashboards that filter and highlight critical assets for situational awareness Normalize dashboard layouts, panels, and visualizations to a consistent styling and naming convention Optimize searches and SPL queries for performance and scalability Integrate new data sources and onboard security systems into Splunk Map CVE and asset owner data into asset-centric dashboards Produce and maintain dashboard documentation: data sources, queries, drill-downs, and user guides Mentor junior engineers and lead knowledge-transfer sessions Collaborate with stakeholders to plan new dashboards, define requirements, wireframes, and success metrics Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Technology, or related IT field with 5 years of relevant experience; or Masters with 3 years of relevant experience; or High School with 9 years of relevant experience 3 years proficiency with SPL, Dashboard Studio, data models, and the Asset Framework 3 years experience using the following tools and technologies: Splunk Enterprise (Search, SPL, Dashboard Studio, Data Models, Asset Framework), Splunk IT Service Intelligence (ITSI), Splunk Security Essentials, JIRA, Git, REST APIs, JSON, Basic CSS/HTML for dashboard theming US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain an FAA Public Trust clearance prior to start PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Technology, or related IT field with 6 years of relevant experience; or Masters with 4 years of relevant experience; or High School with 10 years of relevant experience Minimum 6 years hands-on experience building and supporting Splunk dashboards, reports, and saved searches Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, CAP, Security+, IT certifications, or equivalent (Must obtain within 12 months of start if not currently certified) Strong understanding of asset-centric reporting, CVE tracking, and executive situational awareness use cases Proven ability to optimize Splunk search performance and design intuitive UI layouts Excellent documentation skills and experience transferring knowledge to cross-functional teams In-depth understanding of the CDM program and its phases (vulnerability management, configuration management, identity and access management, incident response) Proficiency in Zero Trust principles, micro-segmentation, least-privilege access, and continuous verification Understanding of NIST RMF (SP 800-37/SP 800-53) from categorization through monitoring and continuous authorization Familiarity with CASM model for evaluating control effectiveness and mission impact Knowledge of FISMA requirements and annual reporting processes Experience applying FedRAMP security controls for cloud service providers and managing authorization packages (SSP, SAR, POA&M) Understanding of DISA STIG and SCAP standards for system hardening and automated compliance checking Ability to map organizational controls to CISA CDM dashboard metrics and drive dashboard data integrations Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. We deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies, across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Visit peraton.com to learn more. Target Salary Range
$80,000 - $128,000. This range reflects typical compensation and may vary by factors such as scope, experience, education, location, and contract considerations. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may apply depending on the position. EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr