Splunk Architect (Remote)

Splunk Architect (Remote)

 Luxembourg, NONE

 

Contract

As a Splunk Architect, you will be a vital part of our team, leading the design of advanced Splunk solutions for integration across on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, VMware,etc). You will work closely with clients to define project scopes, understand their business needs, and document solution architectures. In collaboration with operational teams, you will ensure a seamless handover of infrastructure with a focus on automation and scalability, and you will provide level 3 support to maintain high service availability and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Architecture & Integration
  • Design scalable Splunk architectures that span hybrid environments, integrating seamlessly with platforms such as AWS, Azure, VMware, Kubernetes etc.
  • Enable efficient data flow across cloud and on-premises environments, enhancing enterprise-level security and operational insights.
• Platform Deployment & Management
  • Oversee the deployment, configuration, and management of Splunk components, including integration with data sources from Amazon, Microsoft, and Kubernetes ecosystems.
• Automation & Optimization
  • Build automation frameworks (using tools like Ansible, Terraform) for managing Splunk infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Enterprise Security (ES) & IT Service Intelligence (ITSI)
  • Leverage Splunk ES for security monitoring and ITSI for service intelligence insights, setting up proactive monitoring and alerting systems.
• Machine Learning & Advanced Analytics
  • Implement machine learning models within Splunk, using ITE Work (ITEW) and Splunk’s Machine Learning Toolkit for predictive analytics.
• Collaboration & Strategy
  • Work closely with DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure comprehensive data coverage and reliable performance, defining data strategies in alignment with business goals.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical Skills
  • Ability to analyse complex data sets, identifying patterns and creating solutions based on data-driven insights.
• Technical Knowledge
  • Deep understanding of cloud architectures, container orchestration, and data integration methodologies in Splunk.
• Communication
  • Strong verbal and written communication, able to translate technical information for diverse audiences.
• Problem-Solving
  • Effective at diagnosing and resolving Splunk-related issues and optimizing performance across distributed setups.

Professional Skills

• Analytic Skills
  • Document comprehensive solution architectures for current and future states.
  • Model large datasets from various sources (cloud, containerized environments) and create scalable Splunk architectures.
• Communication Skills
  • Skilled in stakeholder communication, translating technical details into actionable insights.
  • Experience documenting complex processes and delivering training for knowledge transfer.
• Technical Knowledge & Certifications
  • Expertise in Splunk deployment, index management, data ingestion, and field extractions.
  • Knowledge of AWS (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda), PKS and Microsoft tools (e.g., Active Directory, Office 365).
  • Familiarity with ITIL, Safe Agile frameworks, network concepts.

Activities

• Understanding Business Needs
  • Collaborate with clients to gather and comprehend their business objectives.
• Solution Design
  • Lead design and manage Splunk infrastructure for optimal performance, supporting both operational and security needs.
• Documentation
  • Create and maintain architecture documentation, standard operating procedures, and other key documents.
• Transition & Handover
  • Ensure a smooth transition of infrastructure to operational teams, emphasizing thorough knowledge transfer.
• Level 3 Support
  • Provide high-level support to resolve complex issues, ensuring continued service availability.
• Coaching & Knowledge Transfer
  • Train and mentor operational teams to enhance their skills in managing Splunk platforms.