Cloud FinOps Analyst
Cloud FinOps Analyst
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We currently have an opening for a Cloud FinOps Analyst
The position is designatedStatutory Exemptand is exempt from the State Human Resources Act
This is a REPOST. Previous applicants Do Not Need to Reapplyto be consideredThis position may be eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agencys remote work program but does require weekly onsite workThe Cloud FinOps Analyst is responsible for managing the billing and analysis for NC Department of Information Technology cloud providers (Amazon Web Services (AWS) Microsoft Azure Google Cloud Platform (GCP) etc..). This role will also help develop cost modeling strategies to align with customer needs. The Cloud FinOps Analyst will also work closely with the cloud operations team and business relationship management team to provide guidance for customers on how to manage cloud costs.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Create and analyze monthly billing data sets and work closely with finance billing team to invoice customers.
- Participate in creating a cloud cost model strategy for mitigating future cloud costs that includes engagements with customers of NCDIT cloud environment.
- Work collaboratively with cloud operations and business relationship management teams to explain technology finance and cloud economics including cloud cost model changes to customers.
About the Division
Business Operations is a key division within the NC Department of Information Technology Chief Deputy StateCIO/ Internal Operations organization and is responsible for providing IT services to state agencies local governments and educational institutions. Business Operations has four main responsibilities: service administration contract and vendor management internal compliance and financial cloud operations.Financial Cloud Operations is a new function that includes:- Create a cloud cost model strategy for mitigating future cloud costs that includes engagements with customers of NCDIT cloud environment.
- Understand cloud cost models to include full cloud native cloud and on-premises blended model and cloud managed or self-contained Independent Software Vendors (ISVs)
- Create a cloud transition governance structure to manage the cost model to be deployed for all services moving to the cloud and life cycle of the transition.
- Create a cloud cost predictive model for agency CFOs and CIOs.
- Create dashboards for our services and customer environments that are in the cloud that shows real-time spend and cost factors.
- Create and evolve dashboards as cloud financial models evolve in the industry. Provide guidance to customers executive leadership on how to manage costs in the cloud.
- Provide guidance to implementation and procurement teams on terms approaches and needs with regards to cloud management.
About the Organization
TheN.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies as well as schools colleges and universities. NCDITs mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable high-speed internet.
As NCDITs services reach North Carolina residents from all backgrounds we believe that a diverse workforce is our most valuable asset to recognize understand and meet the IT needs of our constituents across the state. Our agency culture intentionally values diversity equity and inclusion through the implementation of thoughtful practical innovative and data-driven strategies. We are an Employment First state ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace (Executive Order 92). NCDIT supports recent executive orders to address pay equity for women (Executive Order 93) establish paid parental leave for birth adoption and foster care (Executive Order 95) and implement fair chance policies (Executive Order 158). Join a team that welcomes values respects and supports all members of our work community.
If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The following Management Preferences are not required but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:
- Demonstrated knowledge of public cloud players such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) Microsoft Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and their product portfolio
- Demonstrated knowledge of IT financial management cloud financial management and/or cost management
- Demonstrated knowledge of cloud services contracts such as infrastructure (IaaS) Platform (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS) in a cloud native solution fully managed solution or a hybrid of the two
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelors degree in computer science information technology or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressive experience in business consultation related to information technology products;
or
Associate degree in computer science information technology or closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive experience with a focus on business consultation related to information technology products;
or
an equivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Information Technology (DIT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. NCDIT uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill posted positions. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
- The Department of Information Technology will not accept See Resume or inserted text resumes in lieu of all work experience and education completed on the application.
- Employment at NCDIT is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with your application.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- Applicants applying for positions that require specific coursework must upload and attach a copy of the transcript with their application.
- Applicants with relevant professional certifications to the posted job must attach proof of active certification along with the information in the Certificates and Licenses section.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- If applicants earned a foreign degree foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification:
REMOTE WORK:
At NCDIT we are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and flexible work environment offering a hybrid remote work option for positions that are conducive to remote flexibility. If you do not currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned duty station new hires are granted up to 120 days from their start date to relocate. This relocation ensures the ability to work onsite multiple days per week. If youre eager to contribute to a dynamic workplace we encourage you to apply!
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Some highlights include:
- The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moodys Investors Service
- Twelve (12) holidays/year
- Fourteen (14) vacation days/year which increase as length of service increases and accumulate year-to-year
- Twelve (12) sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely
- Longevity pay lump sum payout yearly based on length of service
- 401K 457 and 403(b) plans
Learn more about employee perks/benefits:
complete an on-line application.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account and click Application Status. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact:
NCDIT Human Resources
Tajia Brown
For technical issues with your application please call the Applicant Support Help Line at .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
