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# Software Engineer Expert

- **Company:** Cornerstone Defense
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Complex Networks, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Data Transmissions, Data Files, Data Governance, Python (Programming Language), Ansible, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Datadog, Data Logging, Scripting, Google Cloud, Data Ingestion, Software Troubleshooting, Indexer, Cloudformation, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Apache Nifi, Terraform, Splunk
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f02a3e63-c5bd-403d-a84e-9e50148c6051

## About the Role

We are actively seeking Systems Engineers to perform as a Splunk Cloud engineer with a minimum of 11 years' experience. Information Technology or Engineer Bachelor's or Master's Degrees are preferred. Specific skills should include the following:
Experience integrating diverse data streams
Experience with data transfer tools (Ex: NiFi, Cribl, etc)
Establishes data standards and acts as custodian of IT and service delivery data sets and streams
Experience in analyzing complex networks and systems
Experience in analyzing log data from various network components and operating systems
Knowledge of complex environments involving shared networks and multiple security enclaves
Systems Engineer with Data Engineer background
Ability to manage and troubleshoot data feeds
Splunk familiarization
Python, Experience: 6+ years working with Splunk or Splunk Certifications, with at least 3 years on Splunk Cloud or large Splunk Enterprise deployments.
Technical Skills: Expert SPL, knowledge of Splunk apps (Enterprise Security, ITSI, DB Connect), forwarder architectures, indexer/search head concepts.
Cloud & Observability: Hands on experience onboarding data from AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform; familiarity and observability tooling.
Automation: Proficiency CloudFormation and experience integrating Splunk deployments into CI/CD.
Scripting: Strong Python and Bash skills for automation, integrations, and ingestion pipelines.
Security Knowledge: Understanding of logging best practices, log retention requirements, secure transport, and common compliance frameworks.
Soft Skills: Strong troubleshooting, stakeholder communication, project leadership, and mentoring capability.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
Splunk Certified Cloud Architect, Splunk Certified Admin, or Splunk Certified Power User.
Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform).
Experience with observability frameworks (OpenTelemetry), metrics pipelines, and metric-to-log correlation.
Prior experience operating at enterprise scale (multi TB ingestion/day, global deployments).
Proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, or similar IaC tools and experience integrating Splunk deployments into CI/CD.

## Description

Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *


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