Cloud Cost Optimization Engineer at Gdh Consulting, Inc. in Reston, Virginia

Job Description:

Job Description:

Our client is hiring a highly skilled and experienced cloud cost optimization engineers to join their team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be working 100% remote and will focus on cloud cost optimization. A candidate in this position will work as part of an enterprise cloud services team and assist with the financial aspects of cloud services. This includes budgeting, forecasting, and managing costs associated with cloud services. This role requires a understanding of cloud technologies, financial management best practices, and the ability to analyze and optimize cloud expenditures.

Responsibilities Include, but are Not Limited to:

• Develop and implement cost optimization strategies to optimize cloud expenses


• Develop and implement cost management strategies, using cloud native tools, for monthly cost reporting and account level self-service cost reporting


• Analyzing cloud infrastructure to identify opportunities for cost optimization and developing strategies to reduce cloud expenses


• Provide insights and regular reports on cloud expenditures, savings opportunities, and best practices


• Identify, develop and maintain cloud cost dashboards and reports


• Identify cost-saving opportunities and areas for optimization


• Analyze spending trends and provide insights for budget planning


• Develop and policies and best practices for cloud financial management
  

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of relevant experience preferred


• Five (5) years' experience in Cloud technologies including Iaas/Paas/Saas deployments on Public Cloud (AWS, Azure), with emphasis on AWS, preferred


• Three (3) years of experience in developing and implementing Cloud Cost Optimization strategies for AWS services preferred


• Two (2) years of experience with Python, or similar cloud scripting language, and AWS SDK preferred


• Two (2) years of experience in administering and implementing public Cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts (e.g. Cloud formation, Terraform, CDK) preferred


• One (1) cloud certification preferred at the associate level or higher in AWS


• Experience with cloud cost optimization using AWS native tooling for reporting and cost optimization


• Proven ability to effectively support both financial decision-makers and technical teams


• Candidate must hold or be able to obtain Public Trust

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with FinOps/Cloud Cost Management tools and comfortable with data analysis and reporting

About GDH:

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

Benefits of Working for GDH:

• Professional Development


• Competitive pay


• Full health insurance


• 401k Plan


• Holiday Pay


• Gym Membership Reimbursement


• Weekly Paycheck & Direct Deposit


• & More!

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, GDH Consulting, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and/or employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Applicants with disabilities that require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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