Cloud FinOps Advisor

About the role

SAIC is seeking a highly skilled and certified Cloud FinOps Advisor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud financial management practices and principles, with a proven track record of optimizing cloud costs and investments. This position is located in Herndon, VA and requires an active TS/SCI with polygraph to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and forecasting for cloud spending across multiple platforms (i.e., AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle)
• Leverage management tools to identify and act upon optimization opportunities
• Work closely with engineering and operations teams to recommend cost-optimization practices
• Provide insights and recommendations on cloud usage and cost trends to senior management
• Lead the FinOps practice within the organization, promoting a culture of cost awareness in cloud
• Work with internal stakeholders, providing visibility into cloud spend and cost avoidance
• Engage with cloud service providers to ensure cost-efficient optimization
• Stay abreast of the latest cloud FinOps tools, technologies, and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience
• TS/SCI with polygraph
• Certification in Cloud FinOps (e.g., FinOps Certified Practitioner) is required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a cloud financial management or cloud cost optimization role
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies and pricing models across major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functional teams to achieve business objectives
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about cloud cost management

Pay

Target salary range $160,001 - $200,000.

Schedule

Schedule: Full-Time, Day shift.