We are seeking a qualified and security-cleared IT Security & Splunk Engineer to join a mission-critical cybersecurity team operating within a secure NATO environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and improving the security monitoring infrastructure, with a primary focus on Splunk Enterprise administration in a complex, distributed setting.
This role requires a high level of technical expertise, discretion, and a solid understanding of secure IT operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer, deploy, configure, and maintain large-scale distributed Splunk Enterprise environments
- Develop and maintain scripts or automation using Python, Ansible, or Bash
- Ensure effective data ingestion and log correlation by working closely with network and system administration teams
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to Linux-based environments
- Contribute to the design and implementation of IT security controls and monitoring solutions
- Document system configurations, changes, and procedures in accordance with established security protocols
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in Splunk Enterprise administration in distributed, enterprise-level environments
- Strong Linux system administration skills, including configuration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting
- Proven ability to script or automate operational tasks using Python, Ansible, or Bash
- Solid knowledge of core network protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP(S), and DNS
- Good understanding of IT security concepts, threat detection, and best practices
- Valid NATO-Secret clearance (or higher) is mandatory for consideration
- Fluency in English, both spoken and written (working language of the environment)
Why Join ABAKUS IT-SOLUTIONS?
At ABAKUS IT SOLUTIONS, we offer high-value assignments in stimulating, multicultural environments. Our commitment is to support your career growth with personalized guidance and long-term perspectives. Joining us means becoming part of a team that values professionalism, trust, and long-term partnerships.
Opportunities are numerous. From bare applications development to of IT infrastructures management including conception, architecture and requirements analysis.
Although open to technologies used by our customers, ABAKUS IT-SOLUTIONS seeks mainly but not only consultants mastering: Windows and Linux Servers, networks, developments (JAVA, SAP, .NET,…) as well as highly specialized experts for example in cybersecurity or in Content Management System (CMS) (SharePoint, Drupal, WebLogic…).
In terms of non-technical competencies, ABAKUS IT-SOLUTIONS hires dynamic persons, open to the world, interested by innovation and having a keen sense of client relationship.
A very good command of English is essential, the capacity to speak French, German or Dutch is an asset.
Even though most of our positions require at least 3 years of experience, some are open to new starters.
