Data Analyst 3 – Contract Position

Brancore Technologies L.L.C.; Mechanicsville (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Brancore Technologies L.L.C. is seeking a Data Analyst to join the client’s IT FinOps team. The role focuses on analyzing Azure cloud and on‑prem workloads, forecasting costs, and supporting cost optimization.

Responsibilities include building Power BI dashboards, variance analysis of IT spend, and collaborating with cloud, I&O, and finance stakeholders to align cost models with operations. A hybrid work setup is expected in the Richmond, VA area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in finance, data analytics, information systems, or related field.
• Proficiency in Power BI, Power Query and DAX with data visualization best practices.
• Data modeling and data manipulation across heterogeneous sources.
• Strong knowledge of Azure cost management, Apptio, and cloud billing structures.
• Understanding server migration strategies and workload cost modeling.
• Ability to translate technical data into insights for technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze IT financial data across Azure and VITA environments, including consumption and billing.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards to visualize cost trends and migration impacts.
• Perform variance analysis on monthly/annual IT spend and identify savings.
• Maintain datasets from Apptio, Azure Portal, and SharePoint for accuracy.
• Document processes for financial reporting and coordinate with cloud, I&O, and finance teams.
• Model server cost scenarios to support Azure migration planning.
• Contribute to FinOps strategy with cost driver insights and utilization patterns.

Skills

Power BI

Power Query

DAX

Excel

Data visualization

Data modeling

Data manipulation

Azure cost management

Apptio

Cloud billing

Server migration

Cost modeling

Insight translation

Critical thinking

Dataset management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Azure Portal

SharePoint

Job description

Data Analyst

Contract Length: 8 months with the possibility of extending based on project need. Candidate residing in Richmond, VA area is preferred.

Hybrid – must work onsite at a client's location 2–3 days per week, candidate must be willing and able to work onsite at client site as required by the manager, including the designated number of days per week and scheduled times, as well as attend occasional additional in-person meetings as needed, with no exceptions

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Data Analyst to join our client's IT FinOps team!!

This role is pivotal in analyzing, modeling, and forecasting financial data related to Azure cloud services and on-premises data center workloads. The ideal candidate combines financial acumen with strong data analytics skills to support strategic decision-making and cost optimization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and interpret IT financial data across Azure and VITA environments, including consumption, billing, and chargeback models.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports to visualize cost trends, server migration impacts, and workload optimization opportunities.
• Perform variance analysis on monthly and annual IT spend, identifying anomalies and opportunities for savings.
• Manually maintain and enhance datasets from Apptio, Azure Portal, and SharePoint sources to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Document processes and procedures for financial reporting and analysis Collaborate with the technical cloud team, I&O team and finance stakeholders to align cost models with operational realities.
• Support Azure migration planning by modeling server cost scenarios and forecasting reserve capacity needs.
• Contribute to FinOps strategy development by providing insights on cost drivers and utilization patterns.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or related field.
• Advanced level of proficiency in Power BI, including Power Query and DAX, Excel (advanced), and data visualization best practices.
• Some data modeling and data manipulation skills to maintain data sets from multiple, heterogenous sources.
• High familiarity with Azure cost management, Apptio, and cloud billing structures.
• Understanding of server migration strategies and workload cost modeling.
• Ability to translate technical data into insights for technical teams and managers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• FinOps certification or training.
• Experience with Azure Reserved Instances and Just-In-Time (JIT) capacity planning.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture and strategic IT planning frameworks.

Required/Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or related field. Required, 4 Years
• Advanced level of proficiency in Power BI, including Power Query and DAX, Excel (advanced), and data visualization best practices. Required, 6 Years
• Some data modeling and data manipulation skills to maintain data sets from multiple, heterogenous sources. Required, 5 Years
• High familiarity with Azure cost management, Apptio, and cloud billing structures. Required, 5 Years
• Understanding of server migration strategies and workload cost modeling. Required, 5 Years
• Ability to translate technical data into insights for technical teams and managers. Required, 5 Years
• Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking to analyze complex financial data and develop actionable recommendations. Required, 4 Years
• Proficiency in Power BI, including independently updating data, performing queries, and managing and analyzing datasets with little to no assistance. Required, 6 Years
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, accurate, and actionable information for leadership and decision-making. Required, 4 Years