Mid-Level Systems Engineer - Splunk Administrator

Peraton; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 176,000 - 282,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days PTO

Bonus plan

Enhanced benefits

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Mid-Level Systems Engineer - Splunk Administrator in Annapolis, MD to administer, modernize, and secure enterprise Splunk infrastructure, enabling stronger cybersecurity monitoring and mission effectiveness.

You will combine hands-on Splunk engineering with cyber defense, monitoring, incident response, and cross-domain systems integration for secure, scalable operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in system engineering, CS, information systems, or related discipline.
• 14 years SE experience in similar programs or contracts.
• Experience with Splunk and active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Administer, modernize, and secure enterprise Splunk infrastructure and cybersecurity tools.
• Engage in cyber defense, continuous monitoring, and incident response.
• Support vulnerability/risk assessment, security architecture, and systems integration.

Skills

Security clearance TS/SCI

Incident response

Cyber defense mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

MS/MA preferred

PhD preferred

Tools

Splunk

Job description

Responsibilities

The Mid-Level Systems Engineer - Splunk Administrator supports a critical cyber mission by administering, modernizing, and securing enterprise Splunk infrastructure and cybersecurity toolsets. The role combines hands‑on Splunk engineering with cyber defense, continuous monitoring, incident response, vulnerability and risk assessment, security architecture, and systems integration across computing, network, and enclave environments. The engineer works closely with government and contractor teams to ensure systems are secure, compliant, reliable, and scalable while developing and implementing solutions that strengthen enterprise security monitoring and mission effectiveness.

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Fourteen (14) years' experience as an SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
• Demonstrated experience with Splunk and in planning and leading Systems Active TS/SCI security clearance with current polygraph required

Highly Desired:

• Certification - Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin or other advanced certification
• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.

Benefits

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees supporting this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap, and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Investing in Your Growth:

Selected candidates may be eligible for enhanced professional development opportunities, including training, certification programs, and skill‑building experiences tailored to individual strengths, career goals, and role‑specific requirements.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next‑generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.