Senior Cloud FinOps Analyst

Are you a data-driven strategist with a passion for optimizing cloud costs? Do you have experience managing complex multicloud environments and implementing cost-saving strategies? Red Hat's Hybrid Cloud Management (HCM) team is seeking a Senior Cloud FinOps Analyst to combine your cloud expertise with financial insight to optimize resource usage and drive financial strategies across our hybrid cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in cloud financial management, a solid understanding of major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), and the ability to connect technical teams with finance leadership. In this role, you'll use cloud financial management tools to monitor, forecast, and automate cost optimization strategies, ensuring efficient cloud resource utilization, particularly around Red Hat OpenShift on AWS (ROSA) and Azure Red Hat OpenShift (ARO).

You'll also use tools like AWS Cost Explorer and Cloudability to track, analyze, and optimize cloud spending. Additionally, you'll manage vendor relationships to secure the best pricing and cost structures for our cloud services.

The preferred location for this role is our Raleigh, NC office, but exceptional remote candidates based in North America will also be considered.

What you will do

• Analyze cloud cost trends to identify optimization opportunities and improve resource efficiency

• Support contract negotiations, SLAs, and pricing with cloud vendors to ensure cost-effective terms

• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast cloud costs based on historical data and usage patterns

• Implement FinOps processes and tools to improve visibility and accountability in cloud spending

• Create and present cloud cost reports and dashboards to management for decision-making

• Collaborate with teams to forecast, track, and manage cloud expenses, ensuring alignment with budgets

• Oversee vendor performance, check invoice accuracy, and ensure compliance with contracts and financial goals

• Work with procurement to manage and track cloud service purchase orders, ensuring budget compliance

• Serve as the primary contact for cloud service providers and vendors

• Address vendor issues, including bug reports and enhancement requests (RFEs)

• Communicate cloud cost data and insights to both technical and non-technical teams to promote financial awareness

What you will bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Administration, or related field

• 5+ years of experience in cloud financial operations or cost optimization in a large enterprise

• Strong experience with cloud cost management tools (e.g., CloudHealth, Cloudability, AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management) and financial software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

• Strong understanding of cloud pricing, billing, and optimization

• Experience managing projects in a technical environment, using tools like JIRA

• Vendor management experience

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on identifying issues, solutions, and continuous improvement

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical teams

• Detail-oriented with a knack for identifying cost-saving opportunities

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

The following will be considered a plus:

• Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., FinOps Certified Practitioner)

• Experience in Kubernetes, OpenShift or other cloud-native technologies

• Familiarity with Azure Red Hat OpenShift (ARO) and Red Hat OpenShift on AWS (ROSA)

•  1+ years of experience working within the Hybrid Cloud Management organization

The salary range for this position is $86,770.00 - $138,850.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

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