Splunk Tech Lead

E*Pro Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a skilled individual to standardize and troubleshoot Splunk configurations across various platforms. The successful candidate will have experience in Python and Unix Shell scripting, enabling them to automate maintenance tasks effectively. Strong communication skills are essential as the role involves mentoring users and maintaining production-quality dashboards. This position presents an opportunity to work independently in a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in standardizing Splunk deployment and configuration across different platforms.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for Splunk server and forwarder issues.
• Ability to design and automate maintenance tasks for Splunk.

Responsibilities

• Standardize Splunk forwarder deployment across UNIX and Windows.
• Monitor license usage and configure new data inputs.
• Generate reports and perform system backups.

Skills

Splunk maintenance

Python

Unix Shell scripting

Networking/Routing concepts

Change Control practices

Communication skills

Job description

E*Pro Consulting service offerings include contingent Staff Augmentation of IT professionals, Permanent Recruiting and Temp-to-Hire. In addition, our industry expertise and knowledge within financial services, Insurance, Telecom, Manufacturing, Technology, Media and Entertainment, Pharmaceutical, Health Care and service industries ensures our services are customized to meet specific needs. For more details please visit our website www.epro-tech.com.

Job Description

Job Description:

• Standardize Splunk forwarder deployment, configuration and maintenance across a variety of UNIX and Windows platforms
• Running and/or scheduling new Jobs;
• Monitor license usage Investigate new usage pattern Configure new data inputs/sources
• Generate reports on usage Health g) Check for indexers and forwarders Review/Update/Perform Backup procedures/testing.
• Troubleshoot Splunk server and forwarder problems and issues
• Design core scripts to automate Splunk maintenance and alerting tasks
• Experience in Python, Unix Shell scripting and use of regular expression is a plus
• Good working knowledge on Networking/Routing concepts, Checkpoint firewalls and F5 load balancers.
• Detail oriented and experienced working in a production environment using Change Control practices.
• Assist internal users of Splunk in designing and maintaining production-quality dashboards
• Mentor and train Splunk users and administrators
• Ability to work independently, follow project plans and meet expected timelines.
• Proven track record of automating processes and procedures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.