FinOps Specialist

Global Business Ser. 4u; Herndon (VA); Híbrido; USD 100 000 - 150 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Global Business Ser. 4u is seeking a FinOps Specialist to optimize cloud costs and drive financial efficiency. The role requires deep CSP knowledge and strong communication to present strategies to executives and finance teams.

The ideal candidate will analyze cloud usage, identify cost-saving opportunities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, CS, or similar.
• Deep familiarity with at least one CSP (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong cloud technology knowledge including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS.
• Proven cloud analysis and optimization experience.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct in-depth cloud analysis to identify optimization and cost efficiency opportunities.
• Develop deep understanding of CSP technologies and stay updated on developments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data on cloud usage and spending.
• Identify and recommend cost-saving measures and operational improvements.
• Present findings and recommendations to executives, finance, and technical teams.
• Monitor and track cloud spending for discrepancies or anomalies.
• Work with finance and procurement to ensure budgeting and forecasting of cloud costs.
• Stay informed about industry trends and FinOps practices.

Conhecimentos

Cloud analysis

Cost optimization

CSP familiarity

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Budgeting basics

Team collaboration

FinOps certs

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Finance, CS, or related field

Ferramentas

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Title

FinOps Specialist

Duration

12 Months

Location

DC Metro Area and remote
Resource needs to be in person at 1-2 times a week in Herndon, VA office

Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced FinOps Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess deep familiarity with at least one major Cloud Service Provider (CSP) and have a strong understanding of cloud technology. The primary responsibilities of this role include cloud analysis, identifying cost efficiencies, and providing recommendations for operational effectiveness. The successful candidate will also have excellent communication and presentation skills, as they will be responsible for effectively communicating and presenting optimization strategies to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth cloud analysis to identify areas of optimization and cost efficiency.
• Develop a deep understanding of the technology offered by the CSP and stay up-to-date with the latest developments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and insights related to cloud usage and spending.
• Identify and recommend cost-saving measures and operational improvements based on analysis and industry best practices.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including executives, finance teams, and technical teams.
• Monitor and track cloud spending, identifying any discrepancies or anomalies.
• Work closely with finance and procurement teams to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting of cloud costs.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies related to cloud computing and FinOps practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Finance, Computer Science, or similar).
• Deep familiarity with at least one major Cloud Service Provider (CSP), such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Strong understanding of cloud technology and services, including infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), platform-as-a-service (PaaS), and software-as-a-service (SaaS).
• Proven experience in cloud analysis and optimization, with a track record of identifying cost efficiencies and operational improvements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large datasets and derive meaningful insights.
• Familiarity with financial concepts and budgeting processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Finops Practitioner, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals) are a plus.