FinOps Analyst
VivSoft is a mission-driven technology company specializing in Cloud, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Experience. We are a diverse team of innovators focused on creating open, scalable, and automated solutions that drive digital transformation in federal space. Our work culture fosters collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning. Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to lead cloud financial management and cost governance across AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), and hybrid/multi-cloud environments. The ideal candidate will drive cost optimization, budgeting, forecasting, chargeback/show back, and cross-functional stakeholder alignment to support enterprise cloud strategies. This role requires a strong blend of financial acumen, cloud platform knowledge, and operational leadership. Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and manage the cloud financial operations (FinOps) function within large or federated organizations.
- Define and implement chargeback/showback models tailored to business unit or program consumption patterns.
- Advise on FinOps operating models, KPIs, dashboards, and best practices for cost transparency and accountability.
- Design and maintain dashboards and reports using AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, Google Cloud Billing, and tools like CloudHealth, Apptio, CloudCheckr.
- Build forecasting models and budget tracking processes aligned with enterprise or agency cloud strategies.
- Monitor and analyze usage, commitments, discounts, and anomalies to enable proactive cost management.
- Collaborate with engineering, finance, procurement, and application owners for efficient resource planning and usage.
- Provide CSP contract management support, including pricing analysis, commitment planning (e.g., RIs/Savings Plans), and usage optimization.
- Educate stakeholders and develop training materials to build internal FinOps awareness and capabilities.
- Identify savings opportunities through rightsizing, scheduling, reserved capacity, container/serverless strategies, and architecture redesign.
- Implement and enforce tagging strategies, cost allocation rules, and data governance for accurate spend visibility.
- Ensure policy compliance and alignment with internal standards for budget controls and financial guardrails.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, Cloud Computing, or a closely related field required.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in IT financial management, cloud financial operations (FinOps), or enterprise cost governance.
- 3+ years of direct experience managing cloud cost optimization and forecasting across AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, or hybrid/multi-cloud environments.
- Manage FinOps functions and implement chargeback/showback models.
- Design cost dashboards and reports using AWS, Azure, GCP, or tools like CloudHealth and Apptio.
- Create forecasting models and track budgets for cloud strategies.
- Work with engineering, finance, and procurement teams to optimize cloud resources.
- Support cloud service provider contracts with pricing analysis and usage optimization.
- Advise on FinOps best practices, KPIs, and operating models.
- Identify savings through rightsizing, scheduling, and architecture improvements.
- Implement tagging strategies and cost allocation rules for spend visibility.
- Train and educate stakeholders on FinOps processes and tools.
- FinOps Certified Practitioner or FinOps Certified Professional (FinOps Foundation).
- AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI cloud certifications (e.g., Cloud Practitioner, Billing & Cost Management).
- CGFM (Certified Government Financial Manager), CPA, or similar (optional).
- ITIL v4 Foundation or relevant service management certification.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Visions Plans
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (Flexible/Combined PTO, Bereavement Leave, 11 Company Paid Holidays)
- 401K Retirement Plan with employer match
- Professional Development Training Reimbursement
- Flexible/remote work schedule.
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