MINIMUM SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Must currently hold a DoD 8570-compliant IAT II certification (SSCP or Security+ CE with appropriate CE/OS certificate) or be able to obtain within six months
• Certifications including: Splunk Cloud Certified Admin, Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin, Splunk Enterprise Certified Architect
• Familiarity with Linux based systems and experience troubleshooting RHEL systems
• Experience upgrading Splunk Enterprise or Splunk Enterprise Security
• Experience with application of cyber analysis tools such as ACAS, SCAP, and DISA STIGs/SRGs

DESIRED SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Certifications including: Splunk Core Certified Power User, Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User, Splunk Cloud Certified Admin, Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin, Splunk Enterprise Certified Architect
• Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) IAT Level III
• Intermediate level knowledge of Linux based systems, scripting languages (e.g. Python), configuration management, automation scripting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to thrive in a diverse, fast-changing environment
• Experience with DoD security implementation including STIG, security tools, including HBSS, ACAS, and SIEM and Cloud security best practices
• Degree in Engineering or Computer Science
• The candidate must currently hold SECRET and be eligible to obtain a DoD clearance with potential growth to Top Secret
• Test planning, execution, analysis, or test documentation experience

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET / SCI ELIGIBILITY

ABOUT US

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

Scientific Research Corporation offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages excellence. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Scientific Research Corporation (SRC) is seeking a Splunk Specialist to support our SHARKCAGE contract at the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC PAC) facility in San Diego, CA.

• Upgrades Splunk Enterprise or Splunk Enterprise Security
• Updates SSL Certificates
• Evaluates and updates data retention polices
• Interfaces with Tier I and II trouble tickets as well as directly with customers
• Tests planning, execution, analysis, and documentation experience, to include writing installation guides and test plans
• Conducts vulnerability assessments of information systems and mitigate/remediate the results
• Builds trust with customers and fosters a collaborative environment for team members and stakeholders
• Supports full on-site work at Old Town, with expected travel for installation approximately 1-3x/year
• Secret clearance to begin work on-site, position requires TS-eligible or TS/SCI-eligible