Splunk Administrator- 100% Remote Arlington, Virginia **100% Remote** Contract $60/hr - $85/hr Splunk Administrator This company is seeking an experienced **Splunk Administrator** to manage and optimize their Splunk infrastructure. In this role, you’ll ensure the performance, availability, and reliability of our data analytics platform. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to implement monitoring solutions that enhance operational visibility and strengthen security across their IT environment. The company is located in **Reston, VA and will remain 100% remote.** **What You Will Be Doing:** + Deploy, configure, and maintain Splunk components (forwarders, indexers, search heads). + Apply system upgrades and patches to uphold security and performance standards. + Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and optimize Splunk functionality. + Collaborate with IT and security teams to integrate Splunk with enterprise systems. + Support end-users with training and technical guidance on Splunk tools and capabilities. + Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, workflows, and procedures. + Manage data ingestion and parsing to ensure data integrity and availability. + Design and manage dashboards, reports, alerts, and visualizations. **Required Skills & Experience:** + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience) + Splunk Enterprise Certified Administrator + 5+ years of hands-on experience in Splunk administration + 3+ years of AWS experience + Proficiency in both Linux and Windows environments + Strong troubleshooting skills across systems, networks, and applications + Experience with data onboarding, parsing, and indexing + Solid understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS) + Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible) + Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills + Continuous learner with a security-focused mindset **Desired Skills & Experience:** + Red Hat certifications (RHCSA, RHCE) + Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) + AWS certifications (Solutions Architect or SysOps Admin) + CISSP or other security certifications + Automation/scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell) + Experience in FedRAMP or DoD environments + Knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST 800-171, 800-53) Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future. This position doesn’t provide sponsorship. **You will receive the following benefits:** + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. **Posted by:** Ashton Corbett **Specialization:** + Windows