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# Splunk Engineer

- **Company:** Caci Inc
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $113,200.0 - $237,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Perl (Programming Language), Information Technology Operations, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Processing, Scripting, Information Technology, Splunk, Servicenow
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=711109c677af2dd4

## About the Role

CACI is seeking a highly-motivated Splunk Engineer that has 7+ years of experience managing a Splunk Platform, creating Splunk applications, and using IT Service Intelligence (ITSI). The Splunk engineer will build applications to help manage, search, analyze, and visualize data. The role includes troubleshooting and performing Splunk application development following a Scrum Agile approach. The role also includes integrating Splunk with other applications (e.g., ServiceNow), Required:

Active TS/SCI Clearance with Counterintelligence (Cl) Polygraph

 * 7 + years experience and demonstrated knowledge supporting IT Systems
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
 * Current Security+ or DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
 * Proven experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining Splunk solutions including, but not limited to: Splunk

Enterprise, Splunk IT Service Intelligence, Splunk Log Management

 * Knowledge of Linux security best practices
 * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
 * Service-oriented mindset
 * Strong communication and collaboration skills
 * Splunk Certifications:

o Splunk Certified for Splunk IT Service Intelligence (ITSI)
o Splunk Certified Administrator (SCA)
o Splunk Certified Power User (SCPU)
o Splunk Certified Architect (SCA)
o Splunk Certified for Splunk Cloud (SCSC)

Desired:

 * ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (SCSA)
 * AWS Certification
 * ITIL v4 Certification
 * Strong understanding of IT operations, security, and business intelligence.
 * Good team player with a strong willingness to help others
 * Experience scripting in the following preferred:

o Python, Perl, and JavaScript in relation to Splunk Apps/Add-ons
o SQL for querying structured data
o Knowledge of XML and JSON for data handling
o Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for data analysis in Splunk

## Description

Design, implement, and maintain Splunk solutions for IT service intelligence, operational insight, security, and business intelligence

 * Manage security updates, patch server vulnerabilities, and maintain a secure network environment
 * Maintain Splunk infrastructure
 * Design, develop, and implement new features for Splunk products
 * Work with other developers and the Scrum Master to communicate current development status and blockers
 * Responsible for ensuring the software behaves as designed throughout the development process
 * Collaborate with IT teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve IT issues using Splunk
 * Develop and maintain Splunk dashboards and alerts to ensure efficient monitoring and management of IT systems
 * Provide training and support to IT staff on Splunk usage and best practices
 * Stay up-to-date with the latest Splunk releases and best practices


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