B4Corp · 3 weeks ago
2027558 Systems Engineer $225,000.00
McLean, VA
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$0/yr - $225K/yr
10+ years expB4Corp is a small defense contracting company that focuses on providing an optimum environment for mission-focused, highly skilled consultants to support the United States of America’s intelligence community and other defense organizations. They are seeking an Expert Systems Engineer to build applications for managing, searching, analyzing, and visualizing data using Splunk, while ensuring the secure operation and integration of IT systems.
Information TechnologyService Industry
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Design core scripts to automate Splunk maintenance and alerting tasks
Develop dashboards and reports to display business-critical information
Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and alerts to ensure efficient monitoring and management of IT systems
Engage with Product Owners to align platform capabilities with evolving business needs
Create scalable, flexible security architectures using standards-based integrations
Assist in developing policies for the secure operation of Splunk infrastructure
Support cloud-based deployment and sustainment (AWS and Azure)
Conduct software integration testing and cybersecurity compliance tasks
Automate processes and develop efficiencies alongside development and install teams
Maintain infrastructure for integration, cyber compliance, and network administration
Support both UNIX/Linux and Windows-based systems
Collaborate with IT teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve IT issues using Splunk
Document configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures
Qualification
Required
Developmental (0-2 years' experience)
Full Performance (3-5 years' experience)
Senior (6-10 years' experience)
Expert (11-15 years' experience)
SME (16+ years' experience)
BA/BS degree and 10 years of experience. In lieu of a bachelor's degree 9 years of experience if AA/AS, or 11 additional years of experience with HS diploma
8+ years of experience and demonstrated knowledge supporting IT Systems
4+ years of experience implementing and operating Splunk systems to include universal and heavy forwarders, search heads, deployment server, and indexes
Design, develop, and implement new features for Splunk products
Provide training and support to IT staff on Splunk usage and best practices
Proven experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining Splunk solutions including, but not limited to: Splunk Enterprise, Splunk IT Service Intelligence, Splunk Log Management
Knowledge of Linux security best practices
Knowledge of cybersecurity compliance including RMF and IA standards
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Service-oriented mindset
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Splunk Certifications: Splunk Certified for Splunk IT Service Intelligence (ITSI), Splunk Certified Administrator (SCA)
Must remain on the client site during Program core hours of 0900-1500
Preferred
Current Security+ or DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
AWS or Azure Certification
ITIL v4 Certification
Strong understanding of IT operations, security, and business intelligence
Good team player with a strong willingness to help others
Experience scripting in the following preferred: Python, Perl, and JavaScript in relation to Splunk Apps/Add-ons
SQL for querying structured data
Knowledge of XML and JSON for data handling
Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for data analysis in Splunk
Benefits
Full Vanguard 401k Plan – Featuring a full scope of investment options – 100% employer matched contribution up to 6% of employee's salary – Ability to max out 401k savings $57k ($63.5k if over 50)
Employees receive B4Corp phantom stock each year (2-year vesting period)
Medical – United Health Care (UHC) (multiple plan options)
Dental – United Concordia (UC) Flex Plan
Vision – Vision Service Plan Insurance Co (VSP) Signature Plans
Mutual of Omaha short-term disability (60% of salary up to $2,000.00/week)
Mutual of Omaha long-term disability (60% of salary up to $10,000.00/month)
Mutual of Omaha life insurance ($200,000.00)
Refer a friend or a coworker and receive $3,000 per year for every year the person works for B4CORP
Seven weeks of leave per year (including ten federal holidays)
Flexible work schedule with comp time (with customer approval)
Free CBTNuggets Online Training Account – More than 200 online IT courses on a large variety of topics, including networking, security, virtualization, and the cloud – Cisco, Microsoft, and Google – Virtual Labs
Free Linux Academy Online Training Account
Company
B4Corp
B4Corp is a customer focused company that provides an outstanding compensation and B4Corp benefits.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase