JOB SUMMARY

A Security Information Event Manager (SIEM) Administrator is responsible for managing the organization’s security information and event management (SIEM) system using Splunk. This role involves implementing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing the SIEM system to ensure effective security monitoring and incident response.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Must have Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin credential.
• Must have experience administering Linux servers.
• Must have experience with SIEM Content Development.
• Demonstrated experience of strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma.
• At least 4+ years of system, network administration, or developer experience and 2+ years of Splunk administration.
• IAW DoD 8140.03-M, must meet the Intermediate Proficiency Level qualifications.
• IAM-II Certification (one or more of the following): CISM, CISSP (OR ASSOCIATE), GSLC, CCISO, CAP, CASP+ CE, HCISSP.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Red Hat Linux administrator certification.
• Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security.
• Experience in a virtualized environment.
• One or more relevant CND certifications: CISSP, CASP, OSCP, CySA+, CEH, or GCIH.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Typical office environment.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Castalia Systems is a proven business partner providing mission critical solutions to the Federal Government. We provide cutting edge solutions from Securing and Managing Data to Systems Engineering and Development. Castalia Systems is a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence Design and Application.
With our vast knowledge of our customers needs and relevant technology, our team is able to bring successful solutions to every mission. We are one-upping our competitors by providing premium IT solutions and platforms with a cutting edge technology so it’s so evident when you compare us with anyone.

A QUALIFIED CANDIDATE WILL PERFORM THE FOLLOWING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Implement, install, and troubleshoot Splunk Enterprise (SE) and Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) systems.
• Maintain and administer SE and ES configurations, indexes, apps, and knowledge objects.
• Monitor system health, capacity, and performance to proactively address issues.
• Configure new data inputs to expand data collection capabilities.
• Create security dashboards, reports, alerts, and notifications.
• Collaborate with system administrators to enhance security monitoring capabilities.
• Perform updates and patches on the Splunk platform.
• Audit and review security practices to prevent security incidents.
• Maintain documentation of system configurations and changes.