Job summary
Job Description Splunk Administrator (Banking & Financial Services)
We are seeking an experienced Splunk Administrator to support a Banking & Financial Services engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Splunk Enterprise Linux/Unix administration and scripting along with a solid understanding of enterprise security and compliance.
Responsibilities
Splunk Administrator (Banking & Financial Services)
We are seeking an experienced Splunk Administrator to support a Banking & Financial Services engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Splunk Enterprise Linux/Unix administration and scripting along with a solid understanding of enterprise security and compliance.
7+ years of experience as Splunk Administrator supporting Windows and UNIX/Linux-based applications in a multi-tiered enterprise environment.
Hands-on experience in Splunk Administration (Splunk Enterprise) including data onboarding configuration and performance tuning.
Strong Linux/Unix administration and application support experience preferably in a security-focused environment.
Proficiency in scripting/programming (Shell Python or similar) for automation and operational efficiency.
Good understanding of enterprise security concepts compliance and governance frameworks (audit access control etc.).
Experience working with cloud-based and network security environments.
Familiarity with ServiceNow for incident/change management.
Strong analytical troubleshooting and communication skills.
Administer and support Splunk Enterprise platform including managing data sources ingestion pipelines and knowledge objects.
Manage and support Cribl LogStream and SyslogNG data pipelines and integrations.
Perform troubleshooting of functional and performance issues including root cause analysis and remediation documentation.
Monitor and report daily system health status.
Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline repetitive operational tasks.
Define and report KPIs and operational metrics.
Diagnose and resolve production issues collaborating with cross-functional teams as required.
Execute production configuration changes in line with banking change management policies.
Maintain comprehensive technical documentation (runbooks troubleshooting guides deployment procedures).
Coordinate with vendors and SMEs for escalations when necessary.
Plan and execute Splunk version upgrades and platform enhancements.
Participate in design reviews and Disaster Recovery (DR) testing activities.
Exposure to banking/financial services domain.
Experience with monitoring/log analytics tools integration.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
