Splunk Admin (Lab Manager)

TL;DR

Splunk Admin (Lab Manager): Overseeing Linux-based lab infrastructure and cybersecurity operations with an accent on system administration, automation, and security compliance. Focus on managing RHEL environments, developing Ansible playbooks for large-scale deployment, and maintaining Splunk for security analytics and system health monitoring.

Location: Must be based in Arlington, VA (Onsite)

Salary: $99,000–$206,000

Company

hirify.global provides advanced cyber, data operations, and systems integration services for intelligence, defense, and commercial markets.

What you will do

• Serve as lead Linux Systems Administrator for RHEL environments across development and production.
• Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks and workflows to automate infrastructure provisioning and application deployment.
• Administer Splunk Enterprise/Cloud for system monitoring, security analytics, and operational intelligence.
• Implement security controls, including STIG compliance, access management, and audit configurations.
• Troubleshoot complex storage problems and network-related system issues.
• Advise on the development of lab standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active DoD Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred)
• Ability to obtain DHS Suitability
• 5+ years of experience as a Linux System Administrator
• 3+ years of experience with Splunk Enterprise administration
• 3+ years of experience with Ansible automation

Nice to have

• Experience writing technical procedures and SOPs
• Virtualization automation and optimization skills
• Experience with Windows and MacOS environments
• DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II certification

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Support for mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives