Cloud FinOps Analyst (TS/SCI with polygraph) Job Listing at SAIC in Herndon, VA (Job ID 2405256)

Description

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and certified Cloud FinOps Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud financial management practices and principles, with a proven track record of optimizing cloud costs and investments.  

 Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and forecasting for cloud spending across multiple platforms (i.e., AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle, IBM) 

• Leverage management tools to identify and act upon optimization opportunities 

• Work closely with engineering and operations teams to recommend cost-optimization practices 

• Provide insights and recommendations on cloud usage and cost trends to senior management 

• Lead the FinOps practice within the organization, promoting a culture of cost awareness in cloud 

• Work with internal stakeholders, providing visibility into cloud spend and cost avoidance 

• Engage with cloud service providers to ensure cost-efficient optimization 

• Stay abreast of the latest cloud FinOps tools, technologies, and best practices  

Qualifications

Required: 

• Active TS/SCI with FSP clearance

• Bachelors degree (or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree)

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial management, preferably cloud financial management or a cloud cost optimization role 

• Strong understanding of cloud technologies and pricing models across major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner 

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functional teams to achieve business objectives 

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about cloud cost management  

Desired:

• Certification in Cloud FinOps (e.g., FinOps Certified Practitioner) 

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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