FinOps Analyst

About UsSince 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We've grown every year since, and today we're proud to be a $15 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI's concierge approach to help them solve what's next. But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees - all 6,000 of them. If you join our team, you'll enjoy :Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive - in our offices or yours.Job SummaryThe FinOps Analyst is an entry-level, non-customer-facing role designed to support the delivery of FinOps services across multi-cloud environments. This role is ideal for individuals beginning their FinOps career, with responsibilities focused on data analysis, reporting, and internal support for FinOps Consultants. The Analyst will work closely with internal teams-including engineering, finance, and ITAM-to ensure accurate cloud cost visibility, support optimization efforts, and contribute to the development of FinOps deliverables.Role DescriptionAnalyze cloud usage and cost data across public cloud and SaaSAssist in collecting, cleaning, and validating cloud billing and usage dataSupport tagging compliance, cost allocation, and budget forecastingBuild and maintain dashboards and reports using Excel, Power BI, or TableauPerform anomaly detection and contribute to cost optimization analysisMaintain internal FinOps tools, automation scripts, and documentationCollaborate with engineering, finance, and ITAM teams to align asset and cost dataParticipate in internal FinOps enablement, training sessions, and maturity assessmentsContribute to internal knowledge bases and process improvement initiativesUnderstand Cloud Usage & Cost : Reporting & AnalyticsOptimize Cloud Usage & Cost : Tagging, Allocation, and Anomaly DetectionManage the FinOps Practice : FinOps Practice OperationsBehaviors and CompetenciesAnalytical Thinking: Can apply critical thinking to analyze data, identify patterns, and make basic inferences.Data Analysis: Can identify patterns and trends in data, propose hypotheses, and use statistical techniques to test them.Data Literacy: Can identify relevant data sources, collect data, and use basic tools to interpret and report findings.Critical Thinking: Can analyze and interpret data to inform decision-making, and propose solutions based on logical reasoning.Attention to Detail: Can identify errors or inconsistencies in work and make necessary corrections.Communication: Can effectively communicate complex ideas and information, and can adapt communication style to the audience.Problem-Solving: Can identify problems, propose solutions, and take action to resolve them without explicit instructions.Technical Expertise: Can apply technical knowledge and skills effectively in most situations, with occasional guidance.Time Management: Can generally use time effectively and is working towards improving task prioritization and deadline management.Continuous Improvement: Can identify moderate areas for improvement and implement moderate changes.Skill Level RequirementsDatabase management and reporting skills - IntermediateStrong organizational skills - IntermediateExperience with customer relations and satisfaction - IntermediateAbility to multitask and complete tasks with efficiency and accuracy - IntermediateAbility to follow direction while working individually and in a team environment - IntermediateAbility to accept, understand, and learn from management feedback - IntermediateAbility to work effectively within all levels of an organization, both internally and externally - IntermediateStrong negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders - IntermediateOther RequirementsBachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Engineering, or related field1+ year of professional experience in FinOps, cloud operations, finance, or data analyticsProficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, Power Query)Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and FinOps conceptsCuriosity and willingness to learn FinOps practices and toolsPreferred SkillsExposure to Power BI, SQL, Python, or scripting languagesUnderstanding of cloud billing models and cost optimization techniquesExperience with FinOps tools (e.g., Flexera, Cloudability, CloudHealth, Ternary, CloudZero, etc)FinOps Certified Practitioner or willingness to obtain within 90 daysOne or more foundational cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals)The estimated annual pay range for this position is $80,000 - $105,000 which includes a base salary. The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual. Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.Equal Employment Opportunity - M / F / Disability / Protected Veteran Status #J-18808-Ljbffr