Data/Splunk Engineer - TS/SCI with FS Poly | NoVA

Optiv • Herndon, VA

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About The Position

Optiv + ClearShark is looking for a Data/Splunk Engineer who is a proactive and self-motivated individual, responsible for executing routine tasks outlined in a statement of work with minimal oversight and ensuring adherence to project timelines and deliverables. To be successful in this role, the Data/Splunk Engineer will maintain and obtain certifications aligned with industry standards to enhance their expertise. They are expected to utilize problem-solving skills to find effective resolutions and to escalate complex issues promptly. Excellent communication skills are essential for this role, as these individuals will interact with clients regularly. How you'll make an impact: Spend 5% of their time focusing on sales and client engagement. Spend 10% of their time focusing on training and talent development. Spend 85% of their time on engagement delivery. Execute all tasks outlined in the scope of work and follow standard operating procedures with minimal oversight. Work with clients to analyze and understand their needs and objectives. Collaborate with senior engineers on more complex engagements. Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to clients during and after project implementation. Escalate complex issues to the appropriate teams or engineers as necessary. Document project progress, issues, and resolutions in a concise and timely manner. Consistently self-review work to identify and improve approaches for producing high-quality work. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction. Adhere to availability standards for responding to client inquiries. Communicate technical concepts effectively to clients. Identify and communicate cross-sell and up-sell opportunities with the account team across services. Demonstrate proactive engagement in obtaining and maintaining certifications and cultivating technical proficiency in accordance with industry standards. Provide input to leadership on needed training and development. Proactively engage with mentors for assistance and guidance as necessary. Shadow colleagues and actively participate in practical exercises within the company’s lab while not assigned to an engagement.

Requirements

• Currently holds a Top Secret clearance – TS/SCI with a full-scope poly.
• Experience operating in classified environments.
• Understanding of SIEM, cybersecurity, and infrastructure concepts.
• Experience integrating diverse data streams.
• Experience with data transfer tools (Ex: NiFi, Cribl, etc).
• Experience in analyzing complex networks and systems.
• Experience in analyzing log data from various network components and operating systems.
• Knowledge of complex environments involving shared networks and multiple security enclaves.
• Ability to manage and troubleshoot data feeds.
• Splunk familiarization.
• Python familiarization.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with various database management systems.
• Public, private and hybrid Cloud experience.
• Understanding of governance and compliance, specifically with FAR, DFARs, CUI and CMMC.
• Understanding of FedRAMP and IL constructs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex messages to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel to meet client needs.

Responsibilities

• Execute all tasks outlined in the scope of work and follow standard operating procedures with minimal oversight.
• Work with clients to analyze and understand their needs and objectives.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on more complex engagements.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to clients during and after project implementation.
• Escalate complex issues to the appropriate teams or engineers as necessary.
• Document project progress, issues, and resolutions in a concise and timely manner.
• Consistently self-review work to identify and improve approaches for producing high-quality work.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction.
• Adhere to availability standards for responding to client inquiries.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to clients.
• Identify and communicate cross-sell and up-sell opportunities with the account team across services.
• Demonstrate proactive engagement in obtaining and maintaining certifications and cultivating technical proficiency in accordance with industry standards.
• Provide input to leadership on needed training and development.
• Proactively engage with mentors for assistance and guidance as necessary.
• Shadow colleagues and actively participate in practical exercises within the company’s lab while not assigned to an engagement.

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• Professional training resources
• Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
• Volunteer Opportunities.
• “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
• The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed