Security Engineer Senior

Job#: 3030939

Job Description:

We are hiring a Splunk Information Security Engineer!

Role: Splunk Information Security Engineer

Supporting: Large Financial Services Client

Location: Remote (U.S.A)

Assignment Type: Contract Only

Duration: Approx. 9 Months

Role Overview:

The Information Security team is seeking a Splunk Information Security Engineer to support the design, build, and ongoing management of a new Splunk SaaS platform. This role will serve as a Splunk Subject Matter Expert, supporting security log collection and monitoring across a large hybrid enterprise environment. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on Splunk experience, infrastructure knowledge, and a proactive approach to automation and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a Splunk Subject Matter Expert on an established Information Security team
• Implement and support approved Splunk SaaS architecture and designs
• Maintain high availability and performance of Splunk SaaS deployments
• Support onboarding and ongoing maintenance of diverse data sources, including OS, appliance, and application logs
• Troubleshoot complex integration, configuration, and data ingestion issues
• Maintain Splunk architectural diagrams and technical documentation
• Identify and implement opportunities for automation and tool integration

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience deploying, configuring, and validating Splunk environments
• Proven experience implementing Splunk from the ground up, including Search Heads, Indexers, Heavy and Universal Forwarders
• Advanced knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse technical team
• Preferred certifications: Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin, CISSP, AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform, GMON

Compensation and Benefits:

The pay rate for this position is between $55.00 and $75.00 per hour. Please note that the final rate may be contingent on experience and other factors.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.