**Job Description:** Airbus Defence and Space is
looking for a *Splunk Expert / Technical Lead FR* (F/M/X) to join
our Digital team based in Élancourt (78), France. You will be part
of a dedicated team driving the core of our system monitoring and
security capabilities. As part of this critical function, you will
be involved in advanced platform architecture and technical
leadership aiming at ensuring the optimal performance, security,
and resilience of our internal systems. *Your challenges:* -
*Architect & Innovate:* Lead the architecture, design, and
deployment of robust Splunk solutions across diverse Airbus
environments. - *Optimize Performance:* Manage and fine-tune Splunk
instances, ensuring highly efficient data ingestion, indexing, and
search performance. - *Empower Security & Operations:* Develop
advanced dashboards, reports, and alerts to support security
operations and compliance, while aiding incident response through
expert Splunk-based forensic analysis and data retrieval. - *Lead
& Collaborate:* Act as a technical mentor for junior Splunk
administrators and analysts, and collaborate closely with
cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate Splunk with our
wider IT and security infrastructure. - *Shape Governance:*
Troubleshoot complex technical issues, contribute to the
development of internal Splunk governance and standards, and ensure
we stay ahead of the latest features and industry trends. *Your
profile:* - *Experience:* Proven expert-level background in Splunk
Enterprise (architecture, deployment, and administration) with a
degree in Computer Science/IT, or equivalent practical experience.
- *Technical Expertise:* Deep understanding of Splunk best
practices (data onboarding, SPL, performance optimization) and
proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell) for
automation. Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) and/or
IT Service Intelligence (ITSI) is highly desirable. - *Leadership
& Problem Solving:* Strong analytical skills with the ability
to unpack complex issues, paired with excellent communication
skills to lead and collaborate effectively across teams. -
*Languages:* Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
- *Certifications:* Relevant Splunk certifications (e.g., Splunk
Enterprise Certified Architect, Splunk Enterprise Security
Certified Admin) are a significant advantage. - *Security
Clearance:* Please note: This position requires a security
clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the
recognized authorities. Due to the management of "Special France"
topics and according to IGI 1300 from 9th August 2021, French
nationality is mandatory for this role. *Your working environment:*
A stone's throw away from The Palace of Versailles and located near
Paris, Elancourt is a dynamic city, part of
Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines agglomeration. The city offers various
cultural and outdoor activities through a rich network of
associations. Several options are available to get to the Airbus
site by public transport. *How we care for you:* - *Financial
rewards:* Attractive salary, agreements on success and
profit-sharing schemes, employee savings plan abounded by Airbus
and employee stock purchase plan on a voluntary basis. - *Work /
Life Balance:* Extra days-off for special occasions, holiday
transfer option, a Staff council offering many social, cultural and
sport activities and other services. - *Wellbeing / Health:*
Complementary health insurance coverage (disability, invalidity,
death). On site: concierge services, gym, carpooling application. -
*Individual development:* Great upskilling opportunities and
development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning
courses to develop your employability, certifications, expert
career path, accelerated development programmes, national and
international mobility. - At Airbus, we support you to work,
connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever
possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate
innovative thinking. Take your career to a new level and apply
online now! * #CI_2025 f0682a678faf * This job requires an
awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act
with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success,
reputation and sustainable growth. ****Company:**** Airbus Defence
and Space SAS *Employment Type:* Permanent ------- Classe Emploi
(France): Classe G13 *Experience Level:* Professional *Job Family:*
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