Senior Splunk Specialist

3 weeks ago


Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Sopra Steria Full time
Job Overview

Are you a seasoned Splunk Engineer with a diverse background in SIEM tools, seeking a rewarding opportunity?

We are on the lookout for a Splunk Engineer to become a vital part of our esteemed Cyber Security Operations team within the Aerospace, Defence, and Security sector.

Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the optimal performance of our Security technology framework, assisting SOC Analysts in delivering Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) services to our clientele. You will also play a crucial role in managing incidents across various clients while contributing to enhancements throughout the Cyber Defence Feedback Loop, which includes Situational Awareness, Detection Development, Security Monitoring, and Incident Management.

As a proficient engineer, you will bring robust technical analytical skills to provide precise assessments of vendor-related and security issues. A solid networking foundation is essential, as you will engage in extensive troubleshooting of security and SIEM technologies, including Splunk, in our dynamic SOC environment.

This position offers a hybrid work model, requiring three days a week in the office and two days working remotely.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Guide security ecosystem design choices across Cloud, on-premises, SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS environments.
  • Provide consultation for third-party cloud hosting environments, tools, and best practices.
  • Collaborate closely with Security Architects to develop security solutions, primarily focused on SOC/SIEM.
  • Conduct security assessments and identify vulnerabilities in security architecture.
  • Implement, oversee, and maintain operational security systems, including SIEM and Threat Intelligence platforms.
  • Engage in research, analysis, and correlation across diverse data sets.
  • Develop and enforce security controls.
  • Document and track log source issues within respective SIEMs.
  • Coordinate with SOC Analysts to update rules and signatures for specialized cyber defence applications.
  • Administer specialized cyber defence applications, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and restoration.
  • Identify and prioritize the protection of critical cyber defence infrastructure and resources.
  • Manage change requests.
  • Investigate and respond to security incidents, applying necessary rule modifications to security tools.

Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in Splunk is essential, with either a Splunk Cloud Certified Admin Certificate or a Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin Certificate.
  • Prior experience in a Security Engineering role is required.
  • Expertise in security incident response, code/malware analysis, and effective SIEM design, setup, configuration, and tuning.
  • Experience in designing security solutions with a focus on customer requirements and the aforementioned SIEM tools.
  • Familiarity with AWS and Azure, holding relevant certifications and practical experience.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with Azure Sentinel or IBM QRadar.

If you are intrigued by this opportunity and believe your skills align with our needs, we encourage you to reach out.

Employment Type: Permanent

Security Clearance Level: Preferably hold current SC Clearance, though we will consider candidates eligible for SC Clearance. Must be eligible for DV and NPPV2 clearance.

Internal Recruiter: Jane

Salary: Up to £65K

Benefits: £5,400 car allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days, private medical insurance, life assurance, pension, and a generous flexible benefits fund.

About Sopra Steria: Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence, and Security division designs, develops, and deploys digital solutions for Central Government clients. Our work significantly contributes to the client's mission of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We prioritize professional development, mentoring, and knowledge sharing among colleagues, fostering a culture where employees feel valued and take pride in their contributions to customer satisfaction in complex safety- and security-critical markets.



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