Splunk Systems Engineer, Senior Advisor

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace.

The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the canield challenges facing our customers. Visit  to learn how we are keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Provides IC data management support to modernize mega data repositories, dataflow management, data provenance and compliance validation, and streaming solutions.

Cyber Systems Engineer (Splunk Focus) – Annapolis Junction, MD – On-site – Full-time

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required

Peraton is looking for a Cyber Systems Engineer with strong expertise in Splunk to support a mission-critical program within our Cyber Missions Business Unit in Annapolis Junction, MD
. Join a team that safeguards national security and empowers cyber defense through innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology.

As a Systems Engineer / Splunk Administrator
, you will play a key role in supporting and enhancing enterprise-wide cybersecurity operations. You will be responsible for maintaining, upgrading, and optimizing Splunk infrastructure in support of a high-impact government mission.

• Maintain, manage, and optimize Splunk deployments, covering both system-level and application-level administration
• Administer and support Splunk Enterprise Security (ES)
• Implement updates, patches, and configuration changes to maintain system security and performance
• Monitor and troubleshoot system logs; collaborate effectively with both government and contractor team members
• Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks, integration issues, and data flow challenges
• Analyze stakeholder requirements to design scalable, secure, and modernized Splunk solutions
• Lead modernization efforts to improve existing Splunk capabilities

• Splunk Architecture Design & Sizing
• Ingestion Pipeline Development
• Data Modeling & Optimization
• Custom Dashboard Development

• Proven experience as a Systems Engineer with a focus on Splunk administration and optimization
• Strong understanding of enterprise IT environments and cybersecurity operations
• Experience with Splunk ES, performance tuning, and data ingestion best practices
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced mission environment

At Peraton, you'll contribute to impactful national security work and be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and mission excellence. We offer:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Professional growth and certification opportunities
• A collaborative and mission-driven culture

Position Requirements:

• 17+ years of Systems Engineering experience on programs of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Hands-on experience with Splunk, and proven ability to plan and lead systems initiatives
• Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (an additional 5 years of SE experience may be substituted for a degree)
• Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph required

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs, including heavily subsidized benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap, and eligibility to participate in a discretionary bonus plan.

EEO:
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.