Cyber Security Engineer/Splunk, Senior

Overview

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Cyber Security Engineer, Senior on a long term contract providing Cyber Security services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. All the personnel on the team will work together to provide security services and capabilities necessary to ensure IT services provided to the IC customer workforce are secure. This includes Identity and Access Control Infrastructure Operations, Cross Domain Infrastructure Operations, Cyber Security Infrastructure Operations, Cyber Security Operations, Information Technology (IT) Audit Infrastructure, and Security Infrastructure Operations.

The right candidate will possess the below skills and qualifications and be ready to handle all responsibilities independently and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day operation of large enterprise Splunk deployments.
• Troubleshoots data collection issues and resolving system conditions affecting
  stability or integrity.
• Deploys and maintains both supported and unsupported Splunk add-ons.
• Executes Splunk Enterprise upgrades and patches.
• Configures and deploys Splunk forwarders using centralized management tools.
• Maintains and tunes Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) content and performance.
• Manages knowledge objects, data models, dashboards, alerts, and operational
  content.
• Supports API integrations and external system connectivity.
• Develops and maintains detailed engineering and compliance documentation.
• Contributes to Splunk deployment and architecture diagrams and system
  documentation.
• Enforces role-based access controls and operational security policies.
• Collaborates with cyber analysts and engineering teams to improve detection and
  response capabilities.
• Applys relevant security policies, standards, and technical guidelines to ensure
  compliance.

Qualifications

Clearance Requirements:

• Must possess an active TS/SCI w/ a CI polygraph

Degree and years of expereince: Bachelor's degree, or 5+ additional years of cybersecurity experience in lieu of a degree.

• 5+ years of experience in an enterprise and/or cybersecurity-focused environment

Required Certifications:

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Required Skills:

• Experience with Splunk administration and engineering
• Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) operations and configurations
• Proficiency with Unix and Windows environments

Desired Skills:

• Splunk certifications such as Architect, Consultant I/II, Admin, or Power User
• Experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Bash, Python, Java, Perl, .NET)
• Familiarity with developing and deploying operational and security use cases within Splunk

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers via email, phone, or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations

About Abile Group, Inc.

Abile Group, Inc. was formed in July 2004 to partner with the Intelligence Community and their Contractors in the areas of Enterprise Analytics & Performance Management, IT & Systems Engineering and Program & Project Management. We have significant experience with the Federal Government and are an EDWOSB dedicated to our employees and clients. We are looking for high performing employees who enjoy providing advice and guidance along with solutions development and implementation support, crafted by combining industry best practices with the clients' subject matter experience and Abile's breadth of expertise.

Hiring Statement

Abile is committed to hiring the most qualified and best fit person for the job - always has, always will. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email careers@abilegroup.com with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.

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