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# Splunk Cyber Software Engineer

- **Company:** Vmr Strategic Solutions, Llc
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Distributed Systems, Information Management, Office Automation, Data Ingestion, Information Technology, Splunk
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/f38368b9-dede-4616-9cb1-02c8222018f0/splunk-cyber-software-engineer

## About the Role

* Proven experience as a Splunk Administrator or similarly named Splunk focused role.
 * Strong understanding of Splunk architecture, components, and deployment options.
 * Proficiency in Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for creating complex search queries and reports.
 * Experience with Splunk data ingestion methods, including forwarders, HTTP Event Collector (HEC), and scripted inputs.
 * Familiarity with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES), Qumolos, and Splunk SOAR is a plus.
 * Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, including networking, operating systems, and security principles.
 * Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
 * Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
 * Requires a BS and 5+ years of experience OR Masters and 3+ years; 4 years additional experience may be considered in lieu of a BS degree.

Certifications:

 * Splunk Architect is desired.
 * Splunk Certified Administrator certification desired.
 * 8140/8570 IAT Level III certification required.

## Description

VMR Strategic Solutions, LLC seeks a Splunk Cyber Software Engineer to be part of our exciting team supporting a robust, world-wide communications network, providing office automation packages; document and information management tools; and collaboration, voice, and video tools in a secure, flexible, distributed architecture supporting a classified DoD IT system.

Requirements

 * Monitor the health, performance, and capacity utilization of Splunk infrastructure.
 * Implement best practices for Splunk deployment, configuration, and optimization.
 * Design and manage Splunk data models, indexes, and search heads.
 * Develop and maintain Splunk alerts, dashboards, and reports to meet client needs.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Splunk configuration, data ingestion, and search performance.
 * Collaborate with client stakeholders and cross-functional teams to integrate Splunk with other systems and applications.
 * Provide training and support to client teams on Splunk usage and best practices.


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