FinOps Engineer/Analyst

The FinOps Engineer/Analyst is a customer-facing, consulting-level role focused on AWS implementation and Federal financial oversight.

Strategy & Governance

• Establish Policies: Define and oversee FinOps policies and best practices.
• Strategic Planning: Align technical solutions with customer business needs and requirements.
• Architectural Oversight: Act as a technical advisor to ensure new and existing designs are cost-effective.
• Remediation: Identify architectural waste and provide documented remediation plans.

Financial Management & Operations

• Budgeting: Oversee AWS budgeting, including multi-year forecasts and CLIN oversight.
• Cost Optimization: Strategize and implement cost-saving measures across the hybrid cloud environment.
• Reporting: Create actionable, data-driven reports and brief stakeholders at executive and engineering levels.
• Tagging Strategy: Develop and support cloud cost tagging strategies for better accountability.

Technical Administration

• AWS Tooling: Utilize AWS Cost Explorer, Resource Groups, Tag Editor, and AWS Billing.
• Master Payer Management: Oversee and support AWS Master Payer account management.
• Contract Support: Coordinate with Federal supervisors on cloud utility contracts, monthly invoices, and acquisition support.

Do you have experience in Technical architecture?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Education: Bachelor's degree required.

• Experience: 5-10 years of direct relevant experience.
• FinOps Expertise: Deep understanding of FinOps principles and implementation.
• Federal Budgeting: Expertise in Federal financial management, specifically the PPBE process.
• Cloud Expertise: Strong background in AWS architecture, pricing models, and billing structures.
• Migration Experience: Proven track record with on-prem to cloud migrations and hybrid system oversight.
• Certifications: FinOps Foundation certification AND AWS certification.
• Compliance: Ability to pass and maintain a Federal background investigation for U.S. Government contracts.

Preferred Qualifiers

• STEM Degree: Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math field.
• Location: Residing in the greater Washington D.C., Maryland, or Virginia (DMV) area.
• Agency Experience: Previous experience supporting NOAA or NASA programs.

Pulled from the full job description

• Professional development assistance
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance, * In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $160,000 - $220,000
• Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability coverage
• 401(k) w/ matching contribution up to 3%
• Education/professional development assistance
• Remote office technology assistance
• Competitive PTO w/ additional company paid Holidays

About L2 Cyber Solutions

L2 Cyber Solutions is a Woman-Veteran owned small business that provides niche Cybersecurity Engineering & Consulting, Portfolio/Program/Project Management, Risk Management, and Assessment & Authorization services. We have been named a ColoradoBiz Top 100 Woman-Owned Company, and Top 250 Private Company - we recognize that these awards are made possible because of our employees.

L2 Cyber Solutions is seeking a consultant-level FinOps Engineer/Analyst to support the Office of Geostationary Earth Orbit Observations (GEO), a high-impact joint initiative between NOAA and NASA. In this high-visibility role, you will manage cost optimization for a multi-billion dollar hybrid cloud satellite system that processes petabytes of critical weather and environmental data. Serving as a vital bridge between engineering, finance, and business teams, you will drive fiscal accountability and maximize government ROI through proactive budget forecasting, AWS cost-saving initiatives, and data-driven reporting. The ideal candidate brings a sophisticated blend of hands-on AWS implementation expertise and a deep understanding of Federal Government financial oversight to ensure the continued success of this essential space-based asset.