Cloud FinOps Analyst

Cox Communications • Raleigh, NC

300d • $99,000 - $165,000 • Remote

About The Position

At RapidScale, exceptional technology is powered by exceptional people. As a growing leader in secure, reliable managed cloud solutions, we help SMBs and enterprises alike simplify IT and unleash innovation. With a broad portfolio spanning AWS, Azure and Google to a full set of Private Cloud and Cybersecurity solutions, RapidScale helps companies turn technology into their biggest competitive advantage. As part of the Cox family of companies, we offer best-in-class benefits, a commitment to work-life balance, and an award-winning workplace experience. Position Overview: Reporting to the Director of FinOps, the Cloud Cost Analyst will be responsible for conducting high-level analysis of cloud cost data for both client and internal departments. In this role you will use insights from your analysis to develop and execute cost savings strategies. You will also be asked to consult with clients to build custom cost reports and alerts as well as work with the internal billing team to help onboard new clients and assist in reconciling billing data. The candidate will also be responsible for managing 3rd party Cloud vendor contracts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 6 years' experience in a related field
• Strong background in finance, preferably in technology services, with considerable analytical skills
• Ability to take raw data, analyze it and present it to senior management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in cloud cost management or relevant work experience
• Experience with SaaS technologies, costing models and cloud costing products (Power BI, Tableau, CloudHealth, Cloudcheckr, etc.)
• Experience with at least 1 cloud billing system (AWS or Azure)

Responsibilities

• Analyze cloud data to identify cost optimization opportunities and create specific recommendations
• Review cost optimization recommendations with clients and business unit stakeholders and support rightsizing of usage and spend
• Drive cost savings through identifying and purchasing reserved instances or savings plans and exchanging reserved instances on a regular basis
• Create reports and alerts to track spending trends and the impact of cost optimizations
• Consult with clients as a cost optimization subject matter expert for AWS and Azure
• Work with the Accounting department to ensure cloud billing data is processed and billed correctly
• Manage 3rd party Cloud vendor contracts

Benefits

• Flexible vacation policy with pay
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for personal or family wellness
• Additional paid time off for bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave
• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement planning (401(k))
• Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree