Cloud FinOps Analyst

Our client is seeking a data‑driven Cloud FinOps Analyst to join a premier enterprise client in Washington, D.C. In this high‑impact role, you will drive financial accountability across a sophisticated multi‑cloud ecosystem (AWS, Azure, GCP), bridging engineering, finance, and executive leadership to ensure cloud investments deliver maximum organizational value. You will own the FinOps lifecycle—Inform, Optimize, and Operate—identifying cost‑saving opportunities, implementing governance controls, and translating complex cloud billing data into actionable insights that support strategic growth. Roles and Responsibilities Cost Optimization: Develop and execute FinOps strategies across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Perform continuous usage analysis to identify rightsizing opportunities, cost efficiencies, and optimization levers. Anomaly Management: Investigate cloud cost spikes and collaborate with Cloud Solutions and Application teams to mitigate financial risks and prevent recurrence. Governance & Compliance: Design and enforce cloud governance frameworks to ensure resource deployments align with organizational standards and industry best practices. Financial Reporting & Forecasting: Support end‑to‑end cloud financial processes, including cost allocation, chargeback/showback models, budgeting, and monthly forecasting. Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a subject matter expert for cross‑functional teams, improving asset management, resource utilization, and operational efficiency. Strategic Growth: Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and FinOps methodologies to continuously advance the organization’s cloud financial operations. Required Qualifications & Skills Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of AWS and Azure cloud resources, pricing models, and usage costs. Exposure to GCP is a plus. Tool Proficiency: Hands‑on experience with enterprise cloud management and FinOps tools, preferably Apptio and CloudAbility. Analytical Rigor: Proven ability to analyze complex cloud billing data and translate insights into actionable recommendations for executives. Project Leadership: Experience managing multiple projects concurrently in a large‑scale, multi‑cloud enterprise environment. Certification: FinOps Certified Practitioner (FCP) preferred. Strong knowledge of the FinOps Framework required. Communication: Exceptional problem‑solving skills and the ability to provide clear guidance to stakeholders at all levels. #J-18808-Ljbffr Veriipro