Splunk Enterprise Data Administration
Course Description
Splunk Enterprise Data Administration course is designed for system administrators who are responsible for getting data into Splunk Indexers. The course provides the fundamental knowledge of Splunk forwarders and methods to get remote data into Splunk indexers. It covers installation, configuration, management, monitoring, and troubleshooting of Splunk forwarders and Splunk Deployment Server components.
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Course Objectives
Module 1 -Introduction to Data Administration
- Splunk overview
- Identify Splunk data administrator role
Module 2 - Getting Data In - Staging
- List the four phases of Splunk Index
- List Splunk input options
- Describe the band settings for an input
Module 3 - Configuring Forwarders
- Understand the role of production Indexers and Forwarders
- Understand the functionality of Universal Forwarders and Heavy Forwarders
- ConfigureForwarders
- Identify additional Forwarder options
Module 4 - Forwarder Management
- Explain the use of Forwarder Management
- Describe Splunk Deployment Server
- Manage forwarders using deployment apps
- Configure deployment clients
- Configure client groups
- Monitor forwarder management activities
Module 5 - Monitor Inputs
- Create file and directory monitor inputs
- Use optional settings for monitor inputs
- Deploy a remote monitor input
Module 6 - Network and Scripted Inputs
- Create network (TCP and UDP) inputs
- Describe optional settings for network inputs
- Create a basic scripted input
Module 7 - Agentless Inputs
- Identify Windows input types and uses
- Understand additional options to get data into Splunk
- HTTP Event Collector
- Splunk App for Stream
Module 8 - Fine Tuning Inputs
- Understand the default processing that occurs during input phase
- Configure input phase options, such as sourcetype fine-tuning and character set encoding
Module 9 - Parsing Phase and Data
- Understand the default processing that occurs during parsing
- Optimize and configure event line breaking
- Explain how timestamps and time zones are extracted or assigned to events
- Use Data Preview to validate event creation during the parsing phase
Module 10 - Manipulating Raw Data
- Explain how data transformations are defined and invoked
- Use transformations with props.conf and transforms.conf to:
- Mask or delete raw data as it is being indexed
- Override sourcetype or host based upon event values
- Route events to specific indexes based on event content
- Prevent unwanted events from being indexed
- Use SEDCMD to modify raw data
Module 11 - Supporting Knowledge Objects
- Create field extractions
- Configure collections for KV Store
- Manage Knowledge Object permissions
- Control automatic field extraction
Module 12 - Creating a Diag
- Identify Splunk diag
- Using Splunk diag
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Splunk Enterprise Data Administration focuses on managing, ingesting, parsing, and indexing all kinds of data into Splunk. You learn how to properly bring data from different sources into Splunk and make it useful. At AITA Kolkata, we help you build these skills hands-on!
If you’re a system administrator, data engineer, IT operations professional, or aspiring Splunk administrator, this course is for you. Even beginners passionate about data can learn with AITA Kolkata’s expert-led training in Kolkata.
Because managing data is where it all starts! With Splunk Data Admin skills: You become a core part of the IT and security teams. You open the door to high-demand career roles. You handle real-world enterprise-level data management. And at AITA, we make it easy and practical.
You’ll learn: Data inputs and source types Parsing and indexing Forwarders and deployment servers Data routing and filtering Troubleshooting ingestion issues AITA Kolkata ensures you practice in real-time Splunk environments!
A basic understanding of Splunk fundamentals is helpful. If you’re completely new, Adroit Academy offers preparatory sessions before diving into data administration.
The training typically runs for 5–6 weeks, covering both theory and a lot of hands-on practice to make you job-ready.
Yes! After completing the training, you’ll be ready to take the Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin exam. AITA also provides exam support and preparation materials.
The exam has around 56 multiple-choice questions and you’ll get 57 minutes to complete it.
You generally need to score about 700 out of 1000 to pass.
The certification exam usually costs around USD 125.
You’ll get: Industry-certified instructors Real-world projects and hands-on labs Study materials and practice tests Doubt-clearing sessions and career guidance AITA walks with you from Day 1 to placement!
Once certified, you can aim for roles like: Splunk Data Administrator IT Monitoring Specialist Security Operations Analyst And Adroit Academy even helps with placement assistance!
Yes, this course is highly sought-after in Kolkata and across India, offering excellent career prospects.
After completing this course from AITA Kolkata, you can explore various job roles in reputed IT companies, MNCs, and startups.
Yes, Adroit Information Technology Academy offers placement assistance to help students kickstart their careers.
Absolutely! This course is available online, making it accessible to students across India and globally.
AITA offers industry-aligned curriculum, experienced trainers, and strong placement support, making it a preferred choice for this course in India.
Absolutely! While having some IT knowledge helps, AITA Kolkata breaks down complex topics into simple, understandable lessons. Our trainers are patient, supportive, and ensure even beginners can keep up and succeed.
Yes! At AITA Kolkata, learning goes beyond theory. You’ll work on real-world data scenarios, tackle practical challenges, and simulate tasks you’d face on the job — making you job-ready from Day 1.
Great question! Unlike passive video tutorials, Adroit IT Technology gives you live interactive sessions, personal mentorship, career guidance, and hands-on practice with real Splunk tools — plus, we stick with you even after training ends.
