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This role operates with autonomy, mentors mid-level engineers, and partners directly with security leadership to align Splunk's capability with the broader detection and response strategy. The senior engineer is the escalation point for complex platform issues, distributed environment troubleshooting, and high-priority incidents.\nResponsibilities\nDesign and own the overall Splunk architecture, including indexer clustering, search head clustering, forwarder tiering, and storage/retention (including SmartStore where applicable) strategy \nLead detection engineering strategy within Splunk ES: prioritize correlation search development based on threat intelligence, risk assessments, and gaps in coverage \nEstablish and enforce standards for data onboarding, CIM normalization, field extraction quality, and correlation search performance \nDrive Splunk platform upgrades, app/add-on management, and integrations with other security tools (SOAR platforms, threat intel feeds, EDR, ticketing systems) \nOptimize search performance and indexing strategy to manage license usage and infrastructure cost at scale \nMentor and provide technical guidance to mid-level SIEM engineers and SOC analysts on SPL, use case design, and Splunk best practices \nServe as the technical escalation point for complex investigations and major incidents requiring deep Splunk expertise \nEvaluate and recommend new Splunk apps, premium solutions, or architectural changes \nOwn Splunk-related metrics and reporting for leadership (detection coverage, mean time to detect, platform performance, license/cost efficiency) \nLead threat hunting initiatives using advanced SPL, data models, and Splunk's pivot/statistical functions \nEnsure Splunk configuration and processes support audit and compliance requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOC 2, NIST) \nRepresent the SIEM/detection function in cross-functional security architecture and incident response planning \nQualifications\nRequired:\nBachelor’s Degree required (experience and education equivalents are considered and can be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree. \n8 years of general work experience with 6 years relevant “functional” experience in security operations or detection engineering, with substantial hands-on Splunk ownership, including at least some experience in distributed/clustered environments \nAdvanced proficiency in SPL, including complex correlation searches, data models, and search optimization for large-scale environments \nDeep working knowledge of Splunk architecture (indexer/search head clustering, forwarder management, index design) and Splunk Enterprise Security if deployed \nStrong understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework, cyber kill chain, and threat modeling \nDemonstrated experience designing detection strategies within Splunk, not just implementing individual searches \nStrong scripting/automation skills (Python, PowerShell) and familiarity with SOAR platform integration (e.g., Splunk SOAR, if in use) \nExperience with cloud security monitoring (AWS, Azure, or GCP log sources) and Splunk's cloud-specific add-ons \nTrack record of leading or significantly contributing to incident response investigations \nFamiliarity with compliance frameworks relevant to the organization's industry \nRelevant certifications preferred: Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User, Splunk Certified Architect, Splunk Enterprise Security Certified Admin, GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, or CISSP \nDesired:\nExperience with Splunk in a VMware ESXi, vCenter virtual infrastructure \nExperience or working knowledge with similar SIEM tools \nClearance:\nAn active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.\nLocation and Schedule:\nThis position is onsite at the customer location in Washington, DC. The environment requires onsite support five days per week, with some flexibility in scheduling based on program and customer requirements. Core business hours are 8am-4pm.\nAbout Quantum Sky\nCompensation:\nCompensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $145,000-$155,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.\nBenefits:\nHighlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.\nThe world the mission operates in is going post-quantum, contested, and machine-speed. Quantum Sky engineers the advantage across cyber, networks, software, and quantum because the mission demands dominance, not parity. We don't follow the map. We draw it.\nAt Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamQuantumSky?\nQuantum Sky Engineering LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.","description_format":"text","description_chars":5622,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":8,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":true,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Life insurance","Parental leave","Professional development"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Security Operations"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-03T09:54:52Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":22,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.586,"p_room":0.368,"age_days":6,"expected_fill_days":3,"reasons":["conf:3","velocity","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-10-10T05:45:15Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":155000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/quantum-sky-senior-siem-engineer-splunk","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/quantum-sky-senior-siem-engineer-splunk.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-12T00:39:25Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":172,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-13T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":3854380},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=3854380"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fquantum-sky-senior-siem-engineer-splunk"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fquantum-sky-senior-siem-engineer-splunk"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fquantum-sky-senior-siem-engineer-splunk"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/quantum-sky-senior-siem-engineer-splunk\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fquantum-sky-senior-siem-engineer-splunk"}]}