Government and Public Sector - Cybersecurity Splunk Manager

EY US • McLean, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Government and Public Sector - Technology Consulting - Cybersecurity - Splunk Manager From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector practice provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans, and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world. The opportunity Ernst & Young’s US Government and Public Sector (GPS) practice is a robust and emerging practice with tremendous potential for growth - and we are prepared to tap into that potential. Our US GPS practice combines an understanding of the public sector’s diverse needs, focused on delivering improved public services, with private sector leading practices. The Cybersecurity Splunk Manager is responsible for Splunk implementation; The team has developed the strategy, identified priority objectives, and we’ve begun onboarding key sources to support the client’s audit compliance mission. The project includes continued enhancement and operationalization of the solution within the client operating environment. Are you ready to join our team and help build a better working world?

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a related field
• 8-10 years of Splunk or enterprise SIEM experience
• Experience designing, architecting, implementing, and configuring enterprise centralized auditing, log management and security monitoring solutions using Splunk security incident and event management tools
• At least one of the following certifications: CISA, CISSP, CCSP, Security+ CE, CYSA+, GSEC, CASP+, GCIH, GCED
• Must have an active Top Secret-level clearance or higher
• Working knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, FIPS 199, FIPS 200, NIST CSF, NIST 800-161, CMMC and cybersecurity laws and regulations such as FISMA
• Must be comfortable working in-person as need
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Cybersecurity assessments IT and cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and controls Cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps Cybersecurity awareness and training Cybersecurity metrics and reporting Cybersecurity organization design and implementation Cybersecurity and risk management solution design and implementation (e.g. SNOW IRM, Archer GRC, RiskLens, Azure Security Center, etc.) Federal RMF solution operations (e.g eMass CSAM, Xacta, etc.) Cybersecurity and IT architecture experience (e.g. cloud security architect, security architect)
• Demonstrated characteristics of a forward thinker and self-motivator who thrives on new challenges and adapts to learning new knowledge
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector, work may be required to be completed at client, EY and/or contractor sites.
• Candidates should be willing to travel 20 – 30% or more.

Nice To Haves

• Splunk Certifications highly preferred – Splunk Core Certified Power User, Splunk Core Certified Admin, Splunk Core Certified Architect, Splunk Certified Developer, Splunk Enterprise Security Certified Admin, Splunk Core Certified Consultant
• Project Management Professional Certification or Master’s in IT, Business, Accounting, Finance or related field(s)
• Experience working with government client(s)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of large-scale cybersecurity engagements.
• Splunk enterprise security, security incident and event management (SIEM)
• Security architecture, log management, data analysis, event correlation, networking/troubleshooting, scripting/development
• Cyber threat analysis, security orchestration automation and response and threat detection
• Developing and configuring dashboards within Splunk interface to support data correlation and analysis to include security monitoring alerts and event management
• Deploying and configuring Splunk Universal Forwarders, Heavy Forwarders, Indexers, Search Heads, Indexers
• Assess cybersecurity controls, programs and strategies using our proprietary framework and industry frameworks
• Review cybersecurity measurements and monitor development and operations
• Assist in the development of cybersecurity strategies and roadmap development
• Monitor progress and manage risk while ensuring stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes
• Leverage knowledge of industry trends to identify engagement and client service issues; communicate this information to the on-site engagement team through written correspondence and verbal presentations.
• Develop and review reports and presentations for both technical and executive audiences.
• Assist staff by providing mentorship and coaching to grow their technical and consulting skills.
• Work closely with engagement manager to co-lead and own multiple parts of the engagement delivery
• Deliver quality client services.
• Drive high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget

Benefits

• medical and dental coverage
• pension and 401(k) plans
• a wide range of paid time off options
• flexible vacation policy
• time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being
• Continuous learning
• Success as defined by you
• Transformative leadership
• Diverse and inclusive culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees