Splunk Engineer

**Splunk Engineer**

**Background**

Positka is a Singapore based boutique consulting firm with blue chip multinational clients. Positka provides a broad range of outcome-based offerings across cybersecurity and IT operations.

Positka is among the top rated Splunk Professional Services partner in APAC. We engage with customers with terabytes of Splunk license leveraging comprehensive capabilities across the Splunk portfolio (such as Splunk Enterprise, Splunk ES, Splunk ITSI, Splunk UBA, Splunk Phantom, etc.)

Positka is looking for a highly motivated individual who has a basic grounding in UNIX/Linux-based systems and managing/administration of the Splunk core platform. On offer is an opportunity to be part of an entrepreneurial journey, to work with highest calibre colleagues and to achieve high professional standing within the cybersecurity community. Positka is committed to investing in best-in-class training / certifications and providing opportunities to work on cutting edge projects.

**Role Description**

The role of an Engineer in Positka is pivotal in driving value for the firm. A person in this role will work independently with very senior clients and drive client satisfaction in a high expectation environment.

Splunk engineers at Positka work on complex projects (on TB of licenses) and design Splunk based solutions for cloud security, IoT security, AIOps and Observability. They get exposed to solve security problems in a variety of industry domains from banking, telecom, retail, heavy engineering, defense & space. Specifically:

- Provide thought leadership in implementation of solutions based on Splunk
- Convert the requirements into specific deliverables and credible plans
- Project manage and Drive delivery of outcomes in collaboration with multiple stakeholders
- Enhance service capabilities and offerings in emerging areas within Splunk’s portfolio (such as Observability and AIOps)
- Creating new innovative Splunk apps for solving industry wide pain points
- Identify opportunities for business development and extending client relationships

As a pivotal member of our team, you will lead and drive Splunk deployment initiatives, working closely with our clients to architect, design, and implement tailored solutions leveraging Splunk's powerful capabilities. You will spearhead consulting engagements, providing strategic guidance and thought leadership to our clients, ultimately shaping their success through innovative and efficient use of Splunk solutions. Additionally, you'll have access to ongoing learning opportunities and certifications, enabling you to stay at the forefront of Splunk technology while furthering your career in consultancy and solution design.

**Experience, skills, education**
- 3 to 5 years of technology experience ( _preferably in the security or IT operations analytics domain _)
- 2+ years of experience on Splunk ( _exposure to ES, UBA, ITSI or Splunk SOAR would be an advantage _)
- Well versed in Splunk SPL queries, Reports and Dashboards. Proven ability to design and customize complex search queries, develop advanced visualisations, and optimize their performance.
- Experience handling multiple data sources to import data, parse/clean and index as required
- Experience with Splunk knowledge objects (apps, data models, pivots, alerts, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of basic and advanced Splunk architecture (including clustering, HA, DR, etc.)
- Familiarity with key Operating Systems, VM environments and cloud-based services
- Familiarity with scripting languages (JavaScript, Python, Shell, Unix)
- Familiarity with Web technologies (HTML, HTML5, XML, CSS)
- Splunk Admin or higher certifications would be a significant advantage
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills

**Location**
- The role location is Singapore (Applicants must be Singaporean citizens)
- Ability and willingness to travel will be essential

**Remuneration**: Competitive to the market