Sr Splunk Specialist

Job#: 3045391

Job Description:

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Position: Sr Cloud Splunk Specialist

Location: Miramar, FL - Onsite 4x a week Mon-Thurs

Duration: 6 Month Contract

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an expert Splunk Cloud ES & AI Specialist to lead the architecture, detection engineering, and intelligent automation of our enterprise Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) ecosystem. While this role heavily leverages cutting edge AI/ML capabilities within Splunk Cloud, Splunk Enterprise Security ES and SOAR, the ideal candidate will also bring solid familiarity with Cribl Cloud at an enterprise level to help streamline telemetry pipeline management, log pre processing, and data routing before it reaches Splunk.

The ideal candidate will drive our security operations forward by building advanced threat detection models, integrating AI driven analytics, optimizing Splunk ES performance, and collaborating on data pipeline strategies with Cribl.

Key Responsibilities

• Splunk Cloud ES & AI Architecture: Design, deploy, and optimize enterprise grade Splunk Cloud ES environments, leveraging Splunk AI/ML assistant tools, MLTK (Machine Learning Toolkit), and predictive analytics for advanced threat detection and operational insights.
• Detection Engineering & Security Analytics: Develop, tune, and maintain high fidelity correlation searches, risk based alerting RBA frameworks, and AI driven security automation playbooks.
• Enterprise Telemetry & Cribl Integration: Collaborate on the management and optimization of Cribl Cloudpipelines to efficiently filter, enrich, mask, and route telemetry data prior to ingestion into Splunk Cloud ES.
• Ingestion Efficiency & Performance: Ensure high-volume security log sources are properly parsed, normalized (CIM compliance), indexed, and optimized for search performance and cost management.
• AI & Automation Innovation: Identify opportunities to apply generative AI, machine learning, and automated threat hunting techniques to reduce mean time to detect (MTTD) and mean time to respond (MTTR).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Incident Response, SecOps, and threat teams to continuously enhance Splunk/SOAR visibility, compliance, and telemetry governance.

Required Qualifications

• Deep Expertise in Splunk Cloud & Splunk ES: Proven track record designing, configuring, and maintaining complex Splunk Enterprise Security environments at scale.
• AI / Machine Learning for SIEM: Hands on experience applying AI, natural language processing, or ML models within a security/observability context.
• Enterprise Cribl Cloud Familiarity: Practical experience working with Cribl Cloud (Cribl Stream) to route, transform, filter, and optimize enterprise log flows.
• Advanced Security Analytics: Expertise in SPL, CIM, RBA, and threat detection engineering.
• Scripting & Automation: Strong proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or Bash, alongside REST API integrations for security automation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Splunk Certifications: Splunk Enterprise Security Certified Admin, Splunk Cloud Certified Admin.
• Cribl Certifications: Cribl Certified Admin (CCA) or Cribl Certified User (CCU).
• Security & AI Credentials: CISSP, CISM, or specialized machine learning/AI certifications in cybersecurity.
• Please note that as a contract employee of Apex Systems, benefits include the below with employee contribution*
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance; Short Term Disability
• Hospitalization Coverage
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay Periods
• Training and Development Programs
• 401k
• Referral Program

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Miramar, FL, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

August 6, 2026

Pay Range:

$65 - $70 per hour

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