Splunk Content Developer - Remote

The Dignify Solutions, LLC; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm in Herndon, Virginia seeks a Mid-Senior level professional to develop and optimize Splunk dashboards. The role requires 3+ years of experience with Splunk content development and a strong understanding of log data formats. This full-time position emphasizes teamwork and timely delivery of advanced data solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience developing Splunk content in a professional environment.
• Experience writing and optimizing SPL queries and visualizing complex data.
• Familiarity with scripting languages like Bash, Python, or PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and optimize Splunk dashboards and reports.
• Develop and manage data models for scalable content.
• Design and implement ingestion solutions via APIs.

Skills

Splunk content development

SPL query optimization

Scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell)

Log data formats (JSON, XML, Syslog, CSV)

Linux administration

Project management

Networking concepts

Security fundamentals

Tools

Splunk

Job description

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and optimize Splunk dashboards, alerts, and reports that give teams real-time, actionable visibility.
• Create, modify, and troubleshoot complex multi-layer searches and dashboards using advanced SPL commands, macros, and search chaining.
• Continuously evaluate and improve existing content for clarity, performance, and value.
• Write efficient searches and troubleshoot poorly written or misconfigured queries.
• Analyze complex data sets and convert them into actionable insights.

Content Development & Optimization

• Build, maintain, and optimize Splunk dashboards, alerts, and reports that give teams real-time, actionable visibility.
• Create, modify, and troubleshoot complex multi-layer searches and dashboards using advanced SPL commands, macros, and search chaining.
• Continuously evaluate and improve existing content for clarity, performance, and value.
• Write efficient searches and troubleshoot poorly written or misconfigured queries.
• Analyze complex data sets and convert them into actionable insights.

Data Integration & Ingestion

• Develop and manage data models that support scalable, high-performance content.
• Design and implement ingestion solutions via APIs, scripted inputs, and Universal Forwarders.
• Monitor log ingestion rates and ensure data consistency and reliability.
• Ensure logs are compliant with the Common Information Model

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience developing Splunk content in a professional environment.
• Experience writing and optimizing SPL queries and visualizing complex data.
• Familiarity with scripting languages like Bash, Python or PowerShell to support Splunk functions.
• Strong understanding of log data formats and structures including JSON, XML, Syslog, and CSV.
• Linux administration related to Splunk
• Familiarity with integrating Splunk with other tools and platforms within the IT ecosystem.
• Understanding of networking and systems concepts and security fundamentals.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of Splunk solutions.
• Familiarity with Security Operations Centers.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting