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Cloud Computing Cost Analyst

Peraton

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Public Trust
$104,000 - $166,000
Unspecified
IT - Hardware
Remote/Hybrid (Off-Site/Hybrid)

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Program Overview

The program operates and maintains IT infrastructure, enabling the customer to serve as a customer service organization dedicated to providing IT leadership, products, and support.

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a Cloud Computing Cost Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse professionals. This 100% remote position focuses on cloud financial management and reporting, including cost estimation, optimization strategies, and chargeback processes. The Cloud Computing Cost Analyst will work as part of an enterprise Cloud Business Office team, supporting efficient, reliable, and scalable financial operations across cloud environments. The selected candidate will collaborate closely with a team of financial analysts to drive cost transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making.

Detailed responsibilities:
  • Architectural Reviews & Cost Estimation: Participate in cloud architectural reviews to provide financial insights and prepare accurate cost estimates for cloud resources, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and business objectives.
  • Detailed Monthly Reporting: Develop and deliver comprehensive monthly financial reports, detailing cloud expenditure, usage trends, and cost optimization opportunities.
  • Chargeback Models: Design and implement chargeback models to allocate cloud costs to appropriate business units, ensuring transparency and accountability.
  • Fiscal Year Projections & Burndown: Create detailed fiscal year financial projections for cloud spending and maintain burndown charts to track budget utilization and forecast future needs.
  • Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities for cost savings, recommend optimization strategies, and collaborate with engineering teams to implement cost-effective solutions.
  • Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis of cloud spending patterns, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with finance, IT, and engineering teams to align cloud financial strategies with organizational goals.
  • Policy & Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial policies, cloud governance frameworks, and industry best practices.
  • Tool Utilization: Leverage cloud cost management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, Google Cloud Billing) and Microsoft Excel to monitor, analyze, and report on cloud expenditures.

Qualifications

Experience and Qualifications:
  • BS/BA with 8 years of experience in financial analysis, with at least 3 years focused on cloud cost management.
  • Proven experience in preparing cost estimates for cloud resources and participating in architectural reviews.
  • Demonstrated ability to create chargeback models and fiscal year projections.
  • Strong understanding of application architecture, design, and networking related to cloud hosted applications.
  • Experience building and modifying complex Excel workbooks and formulas (experience with VBA is not required but understanding of scripting and object-oriented programming encouraged)
  • Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency with cloud cost management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, Google Cloud Billing).
  • Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their pricing models.
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modeling tools.
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for reporting purposes.
  • Analytical Skills: Exceptional ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to gather and present complex financial and technical information to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work cross-functionally with finance, IT, and engineering teams.
  • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in financial reporting and forecasting.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with FinOps practices and certifications (e.g., FinOps Certified Practitioner).
  • Knowledge of cloud governance frameworks and compliance standards.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automating cost analysis tasks.
  • Experience in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can’t be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Join Peraton and #DoTheCan'tBeDone

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Job Category
IT - Hardware
Clearance Level
Public Trust
Employer
Peraton