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# Splunk Engineer

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Durham, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $170,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Bash Shell, Data Normalization, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Security Information and Event Management, Scripting, Database Optimization, SC Clearance, Performance Monitor, Splunk
- **Published:** July 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9007044/splunk-engineer

## About the Role

* Active Secret Clearance required.

 * 6+ years of hands-on experience working with Splunk in enterprise environments.

 * Deep expertise in SPL (Search Processing Language) and Splunk dashboard development.

 * Strong experience supporting SOC operations and working alongside security analysts.

 * Experience with log aggregation, SIEM tools, and security monitoring frameworks.

 * Knowledge of scripting or automation (Python, Bash, or similar) is preferred.

 * Ability to work onsite 5 days per week in Durham, NC.

## Description

* Design, develop, and maintain advanced Splunk dashboards, alerts, and reports to support SOC operations.

 * Write and optimize complex SPL queries for data analysis, threat detection, and performance monitoring.

 * Integrate diverse log sources and ensure data normalization for effective correlation and visibility.

 * Partner closely with SOC analysts to enhance detection capabilities and incident response efforts.

 * Troubleshoot and optimize Splunk infrastructure for scalability, performance, and reliability.

 * Support security investigations through log analysis, correlation searches, and forensic data review.

 * Implement Splunk best practices for data onboarding, indexing strategies, and retention policies.


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