*We are unable to sponsor for this 6+ Month Contract role*

Prestigious Security Firm is currently seeking a AWS Cloud Financial Optimization Specialist. Candidate will develop and implement a cost optimization strategy for cloud spend.

Responsibilities:

• Deliverables include process to identify and optimize resource utilization and reduce waste
• Understanding and recommendations with regards to purchasing strategies
• Process to create forecasts and budgets for cloud spend based on current and projected service mix and usage pattern
• Policies and process around cloud financial governance, including budget alerts, spending limits, approval workflows based on spend thresholds, tagging and cost allocation strategy
• Develop an AWS bill audit process and conduct regular reviews
• Participate in cloud and vendor contract discussions
• Define maturity targets for the Finance function with regards to financial transparency, optimization
• and planning capabilities

Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of AWS billing structures, pricing models, and services
• Experience leveraging cloud financial tools like AWS Cost Explorer, AWS Budgets, and AWS Billing Console
• Experience defining and implementing tagging policies and cost allocation mechanisms
• Understanding of financial controls and implementing them cross-functionally
• Basic Scripting (Python, Bash) for creating custom cost review dashboards and proficiency with reporting tools like PowerBI, Tableau or excel
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Preferred: experience with automation tools (Terraform, AWS CloudFormation)