Splunk Software Engineer

CACI; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 94,400 - 198,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Learning resources

Flexible time off

Job summary

CACI International is seeking a Splunk Software Engineer in Fort Meade, MD to design and optimize Splunk environments for mission-critical operations.

You will implement complex searches, manage clusters, and collaborate with users and engineers to deliver scalable data insights and secure, reliable deployments on AWS. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph.
• 6+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent.
• Splunk Architect or Admin certification preferred.
• Experience with Splunk clusters and forwarders.
• Linux familiarity required.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and manage Splunk infrastructure and end-to-end solutions.
• Administer Splunk Enterprise Security environments.
• Develop and deploy complex Splunk searches.
• Manage search head/indexer clusters and forwarders.
• Collaborate with users to tailor Splunk solutions.
• Version control with Git and deploy configurations.
• Leverage AWS for cloud-based Splunk deployments.
• Track work with Jira and ServiceNow.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Complex problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 6+ years experience

Master’s degree + 4 years experience

Doctorate in technical field + 2 years experience

Associate degree + 8 years experience

Tools

Splunk

Linux

Git

Jira

ServiceNow

AWS

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our team as a Splunk Software Engineer, where you’ll design and enhance cutting‑edge Splunk solutions that empower mission‑critical operations. You’ll collaborate with talented users and engineers, shape scalable data insights, and help drive secure, efficient, and highly available Splunk environments across the enterprise. If you love solving complex challenges and optimizing systems that matter, this is an exciting place to grow your career.

Responsibilities:

• Architect, implement, and manage Splunk infrastructure and end‑to‑end solutions.

• Administer and maintain Splunk Enterprise Security environments.

• Develop, optimize, and deploy advanced and complex Splunk searches.

• Administer search head clusters, indexer clusters, and Splunk forwarders.

• Partner with users to troubleshoot issues and build tailored Splunk solutions

• Use Git to version, manage, and deploy custom apps and configurations.

• Leverage AWS services to deploy and manage Splunk infrastructure in the cloud.

• Track and manage work through Jira and ServiceNow.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

• Education & Experience

• 6+ years of Experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or:

  • Doctorate in a technical field and 2 years of experience, OR

  • Master’s degree and 4 years of experience, OR

  • Associate degree and 8 years of experience

• Splunk Architect certification OR Splunk Admin certification with the ability to architect solutions when needed

• Experience or knowledge in managing Splunk clusters and forwarders

• Experience or knowledge in developing complex Splunk searches

• Basic Linux experience or familiarity.

Desired:

• Splunk Consultant or Splunk Architect certification.

• Hands‑on Linux experience.

• Experience using Git for configuration and application management.

• AWS experience supporting cloud‑based deployments.

• Experience with Jira and ServiceNow.

• Splunk Enterprise Security knowledge or experience

• Splunk SOAR knowledge or experience.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$94,400 - $198,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.