Motion Recruitment
Splunk Administrator- 100% Remote
Arlington, Virginia
100% Remote
Contract
$60/hr - $85/hr
Splunk Administrator
This company is seeking an experienced
Splunk Administrator
to manage and optimize their Splunk infrastructure. In this role, you'll ensure the performance, availability, and reliability of our data analytics platform. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to implement monitoring solutions that enhance operational visibility and strengthen security across their IT environment.
The company is located in
Reston, VA and will remain 100% remote.
What You Will Be Doing:
Deploy, configure, and maintain Splunk components (forwarders, indexers, search heads).
Apply system upgrades and patches to uphold security and performance standards.
Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and optimize Splunk functionality.
Collaborate with IT and security teams to integrate Splunk with enterprise systems.
Support end-users with training and technical guidance on Splunk tools and capabilities.
Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, workflows, and procedures.
Manage data ingestion and parsing to ensure data integrity and availability.
Design and manage dashboards, reports, alerts, and visualizations.
Required Skills & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Splunk Enterprise Certified Administrator
5+ years of hands-on experience in Splunk administration
3+ years of AWS experience
Proficiency in both Linux and Windows environments
Strong troubleshooting skills across systems, networks, and applications
Experience with data onboarding, parsing, and indexing
Solid understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS)
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible)
Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills
Continuous learner with a security-focused mindset
Desired Skills & Experience:
Red Hat certifications (RHCSA, RHCE)
Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES)
AWS certifications (Solutions Architect or SysOps Admin)
CISSP or other security certifications
Automation/scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Experience in FedRAMP or DoD environments
Knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST 800-171, 800-53)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
This position doesn't provide sponsorship.
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
Paid Sick Time Leave
Legal and Identity Protection Plans
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Posted by:
Ashton Corbett
Specialization:
Windows
Arlington, Virginia
100% Remote
Contract
$60/hr - $85/hr
Splunk Administrator
This company is seeking an experienced
Splunk Administrator
to manage and optimize their Splunk infrastructure. In this role, you'll ensure the performance, availability, and reliability of our data analytics platform. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to implement monitoring solutions that enhance operational visibility and strengthen security across their IT environment.
The company is located in
Reston, VA and will remain 100% remote.
What You Will Be Doing:
Deploy, configure, and maintain Splunk components (forwarders, indexers, search heads).
Apply system upgrades and patches to uphold security and performance standards.
Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and optimize Splunk functionality.
Collaborate with IT and security teams to integrate Splunk with enterprise systems.
Support end-users with training and technical guidance on Splunk tools and capabilities.
Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, workflows, and procedures.
Manage data ingestion and parsing to ensure data integrity and availability.
Design and manage dashboards, reports, alerts, and visualizations.
Required Skills & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Splunk Enterprise Certified Administrator
5+ years of hands-on experience in Splunk administration
3+ years of AWS experience
Proficiency in both Linux and Windows environments
Strong troubleshooting skills across systems, networks, and applications
Experience with data onboarding, parsing, and indexing
Solid understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS)
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible)
Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills
Continuous learner with a security-focused mindset
Desired Skills & Experience:
Red Hat certifications (RHCSA, RHCE)
Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES)
AWS certifications (Solutions Architect or SysOps Admin)
CISSP or other security certifications
Automation/scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Experience in FedRAMP or DoD environments
Knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST 800-171, 800-53)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
This position doesn't provide sponsorship.
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
Paid Sick Time Leave
Legal and Identity Protection Plans
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Posted by:
Ashton Corbett
Specialization:
Windows