Solution Architect

Description

We are looking for an experienced Splunk architect to lead the implementation of Splunk for the Enterprise Logging & Analytics project. The ideal candidate will be Splunk Certified and have prior experience implementing an operational Splunk environment. Review, recommend changes and improve upon the current Splunk Enterprise deployment to include indexer and search head architecturePartner with IT stakeholders to develop requirements and create execution plan to utilize Splunk for centralized enterprise log analysisSet up forwarders, logging inputs and Splunk apps on a variety of system sources (Linux, Windows, Weblogic, Tomcat, Oracle, SQL Server)Create alerts and monitoring for key security and application eventsDevelop dashboards and reports for monitoring of realtime log dataTrain users on utilizing Splunk and performing routine activities, to include creating dashboards and alertsAdvise regarding prioritization of data collection and data retention to achieve maximum results for security and event monitoring.Assist with development of Splunk system lifecycle process for continuous improvement and expansion of enterprise logging and data collectionProvide advice and consulting to identity opportunities for additional Splunk use cases within the enterprise environment Required Experience 6+ years of experience in an enterprise IT role2+ years of experience as a Splunk administrator, architect, or consultant Experience in interacting with other IT stakeholders gathering requirements, onboarding, configuration, and optimization of the Splunk suite of tools Preferred experience with Linux systems and using scripting languages (Shell, Python, SQL) to automate tasks and manipulate data Knowledge of enterprise logging, including application, OS, and security technology logging Certifications (preferred) Splunk Certified Admin, Splunk Certified Architect, or Splunk Certified Consultant Highly Preferred Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience Experience in an enterprise IT environment as an applications or systems administrator working on Windows and Linux environments Required 5 Years Experience installing, configuring, and administering Splunk components and architecture Required 2 Years Experience with Linux and/or Windows scripting languages and automation Required 2 Years Experience working with various enterprise application and systems logging tools and methods Required 2 Years Experience setting up Splunk alerts, search filters and dashboards Required 2 Years Experience with databases, datasets, SQL scripting, and database logging Highly desired 2 Years Experience with IT security best practices for incident and event management, logging, and monitoring Highly desired 2 Years Splunk Certified Admin, Architect, or Consultant Highly desired 2 Years