Intermediate Cybersecurity Analyst – Splunk

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Deliver cybersecurity and vulnerability management support for DOE business applications.

• Provide assistance for DOE Corporate Business Systems utilized by more than 14,000 users.

• Collect and structure technical information related to mission objectives, IT infrastructure, and security products.

• Aid in the formulation and implementation of security and information assurance policies, procedures, and standards.

• Collaborate with customers to reduce risks and assess the security of applications and databases.

• Utilize cloud platforms and technologies to bolster cybersecurity and information assurance efforts.

• Recognize data patterns, furnish metrics, diagnose issues, and deliver business operations intelligence through tools such as Splunk, DBProtect, and Burp Suite.

• Leverage SIEM systems and processes to provide cybersecurity services effectively.

• Create Splunk dashboards, data models, visualizations, reports, and performance enhancements.

• Establish standards for application and database logging in compliance with government mandates.

• Design and tailor complex search queries for advanced searches, forensics, and analytics.

• Develop and document configuration standards, policies, and procedures for Splunk infrastructure.

• Produce documentation for both new and existing systems.

• Conduct and interpret vulnerability scans while collaborating with system owners to rectify vulnerabilities.

• Employ diagnostic techniques to pinpoint issues, explore causes, and recommend solutions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field with 5+ years of progressively responsible and pertinent experience in defining security requirements.

• In the absence of a degree, 6–8 years of relevant experience is mandatory.

• Minimum of 3.5 years of hands-on experience with Splunk design and administration.

• Knowledge of common hacking techniques and effective countermeasures.

• Experience with Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases and their security configurations.

• Capability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to evolving client requirements.

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DOE Clearance.

• Must successfully complete a comprehensive Government background screening process, including detailed forms and fingerprinting.

• US Citizenship is required.

• Familiarity with Trustwave DBProtect and Burp Suite.

• Certified Splunk Enterprise Administrator.

• Proven experience in IT best practices concerning application, enterprise system, and network security.

• Experience with Anti-Virus, Intrusion Detection/Protection Systems, Firewalls, Active Directory, Vulnerability Assessment tools, and other security tools prevalent in large network environments.

• Prior experience with the Department of Energy is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-flex work week.

• 401K with company match.

• Customizable health benefits packages.

• Collaborative teams of highly motivated critical thinkers and innovators.

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you take charge of your career.

• Rewards program for high-performing employees.

• Medical plan options, some including Health Savings Accounts.

• Dental plan options.

• Vision plan.

• Paid time off encompassing vacation, sick leave, and personal time.

• Paid holidays.

• Paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.

• Up to 160 hours of paid family leave within a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees.

• Short- and long-term disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.

• Personal accident insurance.

• Critical illness insurance.

• Business travel and accident insurance.