• Senior SOC/Splunk Security Engineer

    ManpowerGroup (Rockville, MD)


    Senior SOC/Splunk Security Engineer (Remote – Night Shift)

     

    Our client is seeking a highly skilled **Senior SOC/Splunk Security Engineer** with deep expertise in **Splunk ES** and **Splunk SOAR** to join their dynamic cybersecurity team. This role combines real-time threat detection with rapid incident response. As a senior member of the SOC, you will:

     

    + Lead incident response efforts

    + Mentor junior analysts

    + Collaborate with the internal Splunk team on automation initiatives

     

    This is a **long-term contract** position that is **100% remote** , with work hours from **11:00 PM EST to 8:00 AM EST** , **Sunday evening through Friday morning** .

    Key Responsibilities:

    Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents using SIEM and EDR tools

     

    Conduct deep-dive investigations into complex threats and vulnerabilities

     

    Perform threat hunting and develop detection use cases for emerging attack vectors

     

    Collaborate with internal Splunk team on automation initiatives

     

    Implementation and configuration of SOAR

     

    Develop and implement automation playbooks and orchestrations for incident response, threat hunting, and other security operations tasks

     

    Develop and maintain playbooks for incident response and other ad hoc use cases

     

    Mentor SOC Analysts and contribute to continuous improvement of SOC processes

     

    Stay current with threat intelligence, zero-days, and security trends

    Required Skills & Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related technical field

     

    (Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education for exceptional candidates)

     

    5+ years of experience in SOC operations and incident response.

     

    Experience with Splunk ES and Splunk SOAR.

     

    Desired Certifications such as CISSP, Splunk Certified SOAR Engineer, CEH

    Technical Skills:

    **SIEM & EDR Tools:** Proficiency with platforms like Splunk, Sentinel, CrowdStrike

    Experience with RESTful API’s, webhooks and other integration methods

    **Familiar with programming/scripting languages (** e.g. Python, Powershell, Bash) for automation

    **Cloud Security:** Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP security configurations and container security

    **Threat Modeling & Vulnerability Management:** Ability to assess risks and guide mitigation strategies

     

    In-depth technical skills for troubleshooting and security related investigations

     

    What's in it for me?

     

    + Opportunity to work remotely with a dynamic cybersecurity team

    + Engage in cutting-edge threat detection and response initiatives

    + Collaborate with industry experts and enhance your technical skills

    + Contribute to impactful security projects and automation efforts

    + Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation and excellence

    Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

    + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

    + Dental Plan

    + Vision Plan

    + Health Savings Account

    + Health Flexible Spending Account

    + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

    + Supplemental Life Insurance

    + Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

    + Business Travel Insurance

    + 401(k), Plus Match

    + Weekly Pay

     

    If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

     

    About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

     

    _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

     

    ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.