SAIC is seeking a strong Cloud FinOps professional with experience in both Finance, cloud data, and technical knowledge. A combination of the ability to understand numbers, analyze data and communicate effectively is critical for success in this role. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background in AWS and Azure FinOps (cloud financial management) and will play a key role in helping us to drive financial stewardship across our cloud platforms. This position may be remote anywhere in the US for the right candidate.
You will be responsible for understanding the data, combining various data, and using them to gain financial and operational insights and then communicating the insights to various parts of the business. This requires comfort in deep diving into cost drivers and analyzing variance root causes. You will collaborate with our cloud operations and technology product stakeholders to understand cloud consumption, drive continuous cost efficiencies, and align cloud spending with business objectives. This will include monitoring cloud usage and spending data to identify cost -saving opportunities.
This is a phenomenal opportunity for an individual contributor who is curious about things and passionate about making impact to the bottom line!
Responsibilities:
Cost Management and Optimization:
Forecasting and Budgeting:
Cost Allocation and Chargebacks/Showback:
Governance and Compliance:
Tooling and Automation:
Education and Evangelism:
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Cloud Expertise: Extensive hands-on experience with both AWS and Azure cloud platforms, including a deep understanding of cost management, budgeting, and reporting features within these ecosystems
Technical Skills: Proficiency in using cloud management tools like AWS Cost Explorer, AWS QuickSight, Azure Cost Management, and third-party tools is a plus; ability to learn new technologies and concepts; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel) is a critical; familiarity with cloud native solutions like AWS Athena or scripting languages like Phyton and automation frameworks to streamline FinOps tasks is helpful; ability to think critically, problem solve creatively, and perform root cause analysis
Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and forecasting within a cloud environment; analytical and detailed oriented with a strong business sense
Collaboration Skills: Ability to work cross-functionally with finance, procurement, engineering, and operations teams to drive cost accountability; ability to work independently and within a team; experience working in an agile and adaptive environment with product owners, managers, and teams; flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and deadlines
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical financial information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications: FinOps Certified Practitioner or other relevant certifications (AWS Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, etc.)
Why Join Us: Be part of a forward-thinking team driving cost efficiency and operational excellence in our cloud transformation journey; work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth; make a tangible impact on our organization’s financial health and cloud strategy
Travel: 10% travel throughout the year maybe required
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