Security Operations Lead — Splunk & DoD Compliance

CAE USA; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE USA Inc. is seeking an experienced IT Security Administrator to implement and monitor security processes related to DoD information security requirements.

You will coordinate with Security, IT Management, Audit, and Compliance to ensure ongoing protection of classified information. The role requires Splunk administration (design, upgrades, and support), Linux/Windows expertise, VMware virtualization, and ability to review security requirements, logs, and incident responses.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Splunk Admin roles.
• 10 years of Cyber Experience.
• Must be eligible for a DoD Personnel Security Clearance.
• Knowledge of computer security components and threat analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, upgrade, and support Splunk architecture.
• Identify or write Splunk Apps/Dashboards for security and operations.
• Maintain Linux and Windows for Splunk administration.
• Coordinate with IT Security, Audit, and Compliance on requirements.
• Review security logs and incidents; ensure proper logging and reporting.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Security best practices

Threat analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related disciplines

DoD 8570 Certification

Tools

Splunk

VMware

Windows

Linux

Job description

CAE USA Inc. is seeking an experienced IT Security Administrator to implement and monitor security processes related to DoD information security requirements.

You will coordinate with Security, IT Management, Audit, and Compliance to ensure ongoing protection of classified information. The role requires Splunk administration (design, upgrades, and support), Linux/Windows expertise, VMware virtualization, and ability to review security requirements, logs, and incident responses.