Cloud FinOps Specialist: Cost Optimization & Dashboards

001 Stride, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stride, Inc. is seeking a Cloud FinOps Specialist to oversee cloud program operations, governance, cost optimization, and financial reporting across AWS, Azure, and more.

You will partner with Technology, Data, Product, and Finance to maintain a holistic cloud view, drive cost savings, and report to executive leadership. You will lead cost governance, dashboards, and subscriptions lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• 8+ years IT finance and cloud experience or equivalent.
• No licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and report cloud finances across AWS, Azure, etc.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement optimization strategies.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses for cloud spend.

Skills

Cloud cost management

Budgeting & forecasting

Data analytics dashboards

Communication

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Background check clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration

Tools

CloudZero

Cloudability

CloudHealth

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stride, Inc. is seeking a Cloud FinOps Specialist to oversee cloud program operations, governance, cost optimization, and financial reporting across AWS, Azure, and more.

You will partner with Technology, Data, Product, and Finance to maintain a holistic cloud view, drive cost savings, and report to executive leadership. You will lead cost governance, dashboards, and subscriptions lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors.