Splunk Administrator
Location: Suitland, MD
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI Required
Leidos is hiring a Splunk Administrator to join our team in Suitland, MD. In this role, you will to support our Navy customer in Suitland, MD. You will manage, optimize, and secure enterprise Splunk environments to strengthen security monitoring, log analytics, and defensive cyber operations.
Primary Responsibilities
Administer, configure, and maintain Splunk Enterprise, Add‑ons, and Universal Forwarders.
Build SQL queries, dashboards, alerts, and CIM‑compliant data mappings.
Integrate Splunk with AWS, databases, Linux, and Windows systems.
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot ingest, parsing, and indexing issues.
Support RMF compliance activities and documentation.
Automate tasks using Python and shell scripting.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Assurance, or a related discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. 15+ years of experience, including at least 10 years supporting LAN/WAN technologies, may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Active TS/SCI security clearance.
Active IAT Level III certification (such as CISSP).
Administer, configure, and maintain Splunk Enterprise, Add‑ons, and Universal Forwarders.
Build SQL queries, dashboards, alerts, and CIM‑compliant data mappings.
Integrate Splunk with AWS, databases, Linux, and Windows systems.
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot ingest, parsing, and indexing issues.
Support RMF compliance activities and documentation.
Automate tasks using Python and shell scripting.
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Original Posting:August 31, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Assurance, or a related discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience
- Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience may qualify in lieu of the bachelor’s degree requirement
- 15+ years of experience, including at least 10 years supporting LAN/WAN technologies, may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Active IAT Level III certification, such as CISSP
- Experience administering, configuring, and maintaining Splunk Enterprise, Add-ons, and Universal Forwarders
- Experience building SQL queries, dashboards, alerts, and CIM-compliant data mappings
- Experience integrating Splunk with AWS, databases, Linux, and Windows systems
- Experience monitoring system performance and troubleshooting ingest, parsing, and indexing issues
- Experience supporting RMF compliance activities and documentation
- Experience automating tasks using Python and shell scripting
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
