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Role : Splunk & SolarWinds Orion Administrator

Location : Remote

Duration : 12 Months Contract

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Splunk & SolarWinds Orion Administrator to manage and optimize the performance, security, and monitoring of our IT infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for configuring, administering, and managing the Splunk and SolarWinds Orion tools, ensuring that our systems are running smoothly and that we are able to proactively monitor, analyze, and respond to network and security events. 6-8 yrs experiences preferred.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
Proven experience working with Splunk (Splunk Admin or Architect certifications preferred).
Proven experience working with SolarWinds Orion (SolarWinds Certified Professional preferred).
Strong knowledge of system and network monitoring concepts and best practices.
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to automate tasks and improve tool functionality.
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of security concepts, event correlation, and compliance requirements.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities :

Splunk Administration :

Configure and maintain Splunk environments, including forwarders, indexers, and search heads.

Perform Splunk data ingestion, parsing, and indexing to ensure accurate and efficient log collection.

Create and manage Splunk dashboards, reports, and alerts based on security, performance, and operational data.

Troubleshoot and optimize Splunk performance, including search performance and indexing.

Implement and maintain Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) and other Splunk apps as needed.

Conduct Splunk upgrades, patches, and general maintenance activities.

SolarWinds Orion Administration :

Administer and configure SolarWinds Orion Suite, including modules such as Network Performance Monitor (NPM), Server & Application Monitor (SAM), and others.

Manage the deployment and monitoring of network devices, servers, and applications using SolarWinds Orion.

Configure and customize SolarWinds dashboards, alerts, and reports to meet the organization's monitoring needs.

Integrate SolarWinds Orion with other IT management tools for cross-platform monitoring and reporting.

Perform regular system upgrades, patches, and troubleshooting on SolarWinds Orion.

Optimize the performance of SolarWinds Orion to ensure efficient network and system monitoring.

General Monitoring and Reporting :

Provide proactive monitoring of network infrastructure and security systems to detect issues before they impact performance.

Generate and distribute regular performance and security reports to stakeholders.

Work closely with IT teams to identify performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and areas of improvement.

Security & Compliance :

Ensure that Splunk and SolarWinds Orion are configured to capture and report on critical security events and incidents.

Implement proper data retention and compliance policies for logs and monitoring data.

Maintain compliance with industry regulations and best practices related to system monitoring and data security.

Collaboration & Support :

Collaborate with internal teams, including IT, Security, and Operations, to address system performance or security incidents.

Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for Splunk and SolarWinds Orion-related issues.

Assist in the training of other staff members on the use and features of both tools.

Stay up to date with new features, updates, and best practices for both Splunk and SolarWinds Orion.

Preferred Skills :

Experience with other network monitoring and log management tools.

Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and hybrid cloud monitoring.

Knowledge of database management and administration.

Experience in network security tools and incident response.

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