Senior Splunk / Cloud Engineer at Kforce Inc in Westlake, Texas

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Splunk/Cloud Engineer in Westlake, TX.

Responsibilities:
Splunk Search Optimization:

• Develop and implement efficient search queries to improve performance and reduce resource consumption


• Optimize existing searches and dashboards to ensure they run efficiently and return results quickly


• Use summary indexing, data models, and accelerated data models to enhance search performance

Data Optimization:

• Implement data retention policies to manage the lifecycle of data within Splunk


• Optimize data ingestion processes to ensure minimal latency and efficient use of storage


• Use techniques such as data summarization and compression to manage large volumes of data effectively

REQUIREMENTS:

Search Optimization Skills:

• Experience with Splunk's search optimization tools and techniques, such as stats, summary indexing, and data model acceleration


• Proficiency in creating and optimizing Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) queries

Data Optimization Skills:

• Strong understanding of data lifecycle management and retention policies


• Familiarity with optimizing data ingestion pipelines for performance and efficiency


• Ability to implement data summarization and compression techniques

Workload Management Skills:

• Experience in managing and balancing workloads across multiple Splunk instances


• Proficiency in using Splunk's workload management features to monitor and control resource usage


• Ability to prioritize and allocate resources effectively to ensure optimal performance

Desired Experience:

• Experience in optimizing large-scale Splunk deployments for search performance and data management


• Knowledge of best practices for data retention and lifecycle management in Splunk


• Familiarity with Splunk's advanced features for data optimization, such as data models and summary indexing


• Proven track record in managing workloads and resource allocation in a Splunk environment

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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