Cloud FinOps Analyst: Cost Optimization & Governance

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