Splunk Analyst

Founded in 2003, IT Concepts’ core values customer-centricity, teamwork, driven to deliver, innovation, and integrity ensure we work together to be the best, realize objectives, and make a positive impact in our communities.

We intentionally created and sustain our ITC culture that embraces change, experimentation, continuous learning, and improvement.

We bring our design thinking problem-solving approach that challenges assumptions, prioritizes curiosity, and invites complexity to deliver innovative, efficient, and effective solutions.

As we continue to grow in the support of our government customers, we are looking for driven and innovative individuals to join our team.

IT Concepts is seeking a Splunk Analyst who will support several projects at a federal agency. The position is located in Woodlawn, MD.

The qualified candidate should have strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with sharp attention to detail.

Description of Work :

• Write complex SPL to develop advanced Splunk dashboards and queries
• Perform on-boarding of data via Splunk tools and automation method.
• Work with customers to development custom content, maintaining consistently high quality communications with the client
• Create Splunk dashboards and queries.
• Familiar with automating tasks in Splunk
• Develop scripts and code with security tools
• Develop processes and schedule to review existing methodologies and queries for all divisional metrics.
• Become knowledgeable on the CDM technical requirements for SSA’s CDM program. Understand your role in CDM activities.
• Involved in a wide range of security issues including architectures, firewalls, electronic data traffic, and network access.
• Design, manage, and maintain agency SIEM infrastructure to improve data ingestion processes, including architectural work on data pipelines to ensure optimal flow of data.
• Maintenance, configuration and implementing products, appliances and devices on the SSA’s network

Location : Hybrid Onsite in Woodlawn, MD

Salary Range : $80,000 - $90,000

Requirements

Basic Qualifications :

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities needed.

• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of experience, Master's degree and 5 years of experience, or 11 years of experience in lieu of a degree
• At least 6 years’ experience using : Splunk, specifically Splunk scripting and onboarding of large collections of meta data from different sources into Splunk
• At least 4 years of experience with : In-depth knowledge of designing, upgrading, maintaining, and implementing network devices on a large-scale enterprise
• Coordination and communication with other remotely deployed team members
• Developing documentation with processes and procedures
• Proposing, and implementing automation features in a large enterprise environment
• Hold active Splunk Core Certifications of User, Power User and Admin
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in developing and tailoring reporting from network security tools.
• Must be US Citizen or US Permanent Resident (Green card holder)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications :

Candidates with these skills will be given preferential consideration.

• Experience with Splunk Common Information Model (CIM) and Enterprise Analytic
• Experience with Cribl for load-balancing data
• Experience using Elastic for cloud storage
• Prior experience supporting the Social Security Administration or similar government agencies a plus
• Understanding of business processes supporting IT programs, networks, and / or cybersecurity programs
• Understanding of network technologies, workflows, IT reporting, etc.
• Must be a self-starter, position is remote from the other team members.
• Must communicate clearly to team members, and be comfortable with coordination, collaboration, and communication when performing network activities.

Benefits

We offer great benefits Competitive Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Resources Coverage, 401(k) with company matching with NO vesting period.

ITC Health benefits have a $0 premium for certain plans for eligible employees.

We invest in our employees Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.

Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking.

We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard, we play hard. ITC is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities virtual and in-person e.

g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas / events.

We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

AAEO & VEVRAA

ITC is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer and a VEVRAA (Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act) Federal Contractor.

As such, any personnel decisions (hire, promotion, job status, etc.) on applicants and / or employees are based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business needs, not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information of the employee or family member of the employee, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.

ITC maintains a strong commitment to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity.

We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As a part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, ITC has established an affirmative action plan that outlines our commitment to the recruitment, hiring, and advancement of protected veterans.

This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law.

Providing this information is voluntary, and it will not impact your eligibility for employment.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

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Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must submit the application for IT Concepts to consider you for a position.

If you need alternative application methods, please email [email protected] and request assistance.

Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [email protected].

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