Splunk Data Analyst

Responsibilities

Peraton is looking for a Splunk Data Analyst to become part of Peraton’s Department of State (DoS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective and secure business processes. 

 

Peraton’s DSCM program encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical and administrative support to aid and advise DoS Cyber & Technology Security (CTS) Directorate.  This includes protecting a global cyber infrastructure comprising networks, systems, information, and mobile devices all while identifying and responding to cyber risks and threats.  Those supporting Peraton’s DSCM program strive to leverage their expert knowledge and propose creative solutions to real-world cybersecurity challenges.    

 

The Data Analyst will support the Data Analytics section within the CMO office located in Beltsville, MD. 

 

Position Description:

• Systems Administration of a growing 15tb/day on-premise Splunk deployment. (OS and Application)
• Integrate new data sources and technologies with Splunk Enterprise using the CIM model
• Perform data onboarding via direct editing  of Splunk configuration files with RegEx skills as necessary. 
• Troubleshoot log feeds with your strong communication skills across external departments in an enterprise environment.
• Apply upgrade and patches as necessary to maintain A&A
• Assist cyber analyst with your expert SPL knowledge in solving difficult big data search processing.
• Support Splunk Enterprise Security
• Support Ansible
• The position allows for "work from home" but a strong on-site presence is necessary.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience required. An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Active Top Secret security clearance is required.
• Hands-on Unix experience in a STIG environment.
• Hands-on Splunk Administration experience in a multi-indexer search head cluster environment.
• Experience in navigating process and procedures in a large Government enterprise environment.
• Prior Tier-1 Administrator experience to include a familiarity with how a network works from a TCP/IP protocol perspective. DHS, DHCP, LDAP, SSH, SMTP, etc.
• Our mission is cyber-security so understanding security-centric data sets is highly desirable. 
• Possess CND, CySA , GSEC, Security CE, CEH, CISSP, CASP or similar certification.
• You should be a team player for debating ideas but also be able to work independently to implement the idea.

Peraton Overview

Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can’t be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran.

For Colorado Residents

Colorado Salary Minimum: $64,100 Colorado Salary Maximum: $155,300 The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position, and is just one component of Peraton's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Peraton provides a variety of benefits to employees.

Salary : $64,100 - $155,300