Sr. Splunk Engineer/M-21-31 Compliant Event Logging Implementation (Remote)

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

NACI (T1)

Job Family:

Functional Experts

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Event Logging, Log Management, Splunk Enterprise Security

Certifications:

None

Experience:

15 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is seeking a remote Senior Splunk Engineer/Log Manager with proven experience in the areas of application, database, and end-point event and log centralization/management. The resource will support a federal customer with the design and implementation of their M-21-31 compliant event logging implementation.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Design and implement comprehensive logging solutions, in alignment with M-21-31 and EO 14028 requirements leveraging Splunk Enterprise and other enterprise event driven tool suites.

• Work closely with government stakeholders to understand security requirements, interpret directives, and support the technical application to the operating environment

• Implement log standards and data integrity processes to ensure events are logged in alignment with federal requirements

• Verify logging compliance, ensuring application and system logs are generated and captured with the centralized logging solution
• Candidate will be “hands-on” with the solution deployment and implementation of the following Splunk elements:
  • Log data ingestion from applications, databases, infrastructure endpoints, and monitoring tools
  • Development of Saved and Scheduled Searches
  • Report and Dashboard/Data Visualization development
  • Establish Logging Event Alerting and assist with event correlation duties
  • Establish interfaces and data sharing with other Splunk instances to integrate data feeds
• Provide strategic and technical recommendations to sponsor, occasionally writing short whitepapers and/or building executive briefs
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, implement, and prioritize new potential risk indicators into Splunk UBA.
• Develop and publish the following solution documentation:
  • Document modifications to the current Splunk configuration baseline to include architecture diagrams
  • Publish Splunk Job-Aids/User Documentation and Splunk Training Materials
• Develop and deliver training to the stakeholder community, providing operational guidance to include the following elements:
  • Deployed searches
  • Reports and dashboards
  • Alerts
  • Event Correlation

Required Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related technical field, 12 years of IT experience and at least 10 years of experience in developing and implementing Splunk Enterprise logging solutions.
• In lieu of a master’s degree, candidates with a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related technical field, 14 years of IT experience and at least 10 years of experience in developing and implementing Splunk Enterprise logging solutions.
• In lieu of bachelor’s degree, candidates with a HS diploma require at least 16-18 years of extensive, directly relevant experience in Cybersecurity and at least 10 years of experience in developing and implementing Splunk Enterprise logging solutions.
• Splunk Certifications:  Splunk Enterprise Security Certified Admin, Splunk Enterprise Certified Architect
• Advanced SPL search construction and optimization with a focus on security and detection engineering
• Thorough understanding of Splunk User Behavior Analytics to support the development of a UBA strategy and technical implementation.
• In-depth understanding of White House Memorandum on Federal System Logging Requirements (M-21 -31),  data integrity principles, log analysis, logging best practices, and rigorous auditing standards as they relate to government record-keeping requirements.
• Strong understanding of web application, database, networking, and compute infrastructure log data formats, event correlation, and data retention policies.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO, etc.), risk assessment methodologies, and federal compliance standards.
• Ability to translate technical security requirements into actionable plans for development teams and clearly articulate risks to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing robust Splunk-based log aggregation solutions in alignment with federal government-mandated compliance framework requirements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication to support the development  and delivery of solution training.

●US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $136,000 - $184,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Remote

Work Location:

Any Location / Remote

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee’s date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class. Apply