Hybrid Data Analyst: FinOps & Azure Cost Optimization

DataStaff, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holiday leave

401k after 6 months

Job summary

DataStaff, Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking a Data Analyst for a long-term contract with a focus on financial data related to Azure cloud services and on-premises workloads. The role combines finance acumen with advanced analytics to support cost optimization and strategic decision-making.

The position is hybrid, with 2-3 days on-site. Responsibilities include analyzing IT financial data, building Power BI dashboards, variance analysis, maintaining data from Apptio, Azure Portal, and SharePoint,

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Advanced Power BI proficiency (Power Query, DAX) and Excel skills are essential.
• Strong data modeling and data manipulation capabilities across multiple sources.
• Experience with Azure cost management, Apptio, and cloud billing structures.
• Ability to translate technical data into actionable insights for leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze IT financial data across Azure and on-prem 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 to identify savings opportunities.
• Maintain datasets from Apptio, Azure Portal, and SharePoint to ensure accuracy.
• Document processes and procedures for financial reporting and analysis.
• Collaborate with cloud, I&O, and finance stakeholders to align cost models with operations.
• Model server cost scenarios to support Azure migration planning.
• Contribute to FinOps strategy with insights on cost drivers and utilization.

Skills

Power BI

Excel

Data visualization

Finance analytics

Critical thinking

Education

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

Tools

Apptio

Azure Portal

SharePoint

Job description

DataStaff, Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking a Data Analyst for a long-term contract with a focus on financial data related to Azure cloud services and on-premises workloads. The role combines finance acumen with advanced analytics to support cost optimization and strategic decision-making.

The position is hybrid, with 2-3 days on-site. Responsibilities include analyzing IT financial data, building Power BI dashboards, variance analysis, maintaining data from Apptio, Azure Portal, and SharePoint,