Cloud FinOps Analyst

T-Rex Solutions, LLC

Cloud FinOps Analyst managing AWS cloud financial operations and cost optimization efforts at T-Rex Solutions. Supporting financial management and governance of the Department of Education's AWS environment.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cloud financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization within AWS environments. Proficient in leveraging FinOps tools and developing actionable insights to enhance cloud spending efficiency and governance.

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Cloud Financial ManagementAWS Cost OptimizationFinOps Tools ExperienceCost Analysis and ReportingAWS Pricing Models

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisBudgetingForecastingCost ManagementResource Optimization

Soft Skills

Collaborative WorkCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AWS Cost ExplorerAWS BudgetsCost and Usage ReportsTrusted Advisor

Certifications & Qualifications

Department of Education Public Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

Cloud ExpendituresCost EvaluationSavings PlansReserved InstancesGovernance Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct detailed financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for AWS cloud expenditures.
Lead the cost evaluation process for requests for additional AWS resources, including compute, storage, networking, and managed services, working closely with system owners, architects, and engineers to validate requirements, assess technical feasibility, develop cost estimates, and recommend cost-effective solutions.
Leverage AWS-native and third-party FinOps tools to identify and implement cloud cost optimization opportunities.
Analyze AWS resource utilization and consumption trends to develop recommendations for rightsizing, Savings Plans, Reserved Instances, and storage optimization.
Provide cloud cost insights, spending trends, financial reporting, and optimization recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
Support and mature the organization's FinOps practice, fostering accountability and awareness for cloud consumption.
Develop and maintain cloud cost allocation models, tagging standards, system-owner chargeback processes, budgeting controls, and governance practices.
Collaborate with AWS representatives and vendors to optimize service utilization and maximize cost savings opportunities.
Monitor emerging AWS services, FinOps capabilities, and industry best practices to continuously improve cloud financial operations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Department of Education Public Trust clearance.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in cloud financial management, FinOps, cloud cost optimization, or a related discipline.
Hands-on experience supporting AWS environments, including cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and governance.
Experience using AWS Cost Explorer, AWS Budgets, Cost and Usage Reports (CUR), Trusted Advisor, or similar cost management tools.
Experience analyzing cloud usage data and developing actionable recommendations to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Ability to develop reports, dashboards, business cases, and executive-level presentations related to cloud spending and financial performance.
Strong understanding of AWS pricing models, billing structures, Savings Plans, Reserved Instances, and resource optimization strategies.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across technical and business teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

PTO available to use immediately upon joining (prorated based on start date)
Paid parental leave
Individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits
Annual budget for training, professional development and tuition reimbursement
401(k) plan with company match fully vested after 60 days of employment