Cloud FinOps Specialist

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™

ASRC Agile Decision Sciences (ADS), a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, has a great opportunity for a Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) team member to support our NASA program, driving cloud cost optimization, financial management, and governance across enterprise environments. This role will help improve visibility into cloud spending, enhance cost efficiency, and enable data-driven decision-making in support of critical mission objectives.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze cloud spending across AWS/Azure environments
• Develop cost optimization strategies and identify savings opportunities
• Create dashboards and reports to provide visibility into cloud usage and costs
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement cost-efficient architectures
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for cloud services
• Establish and enforce FinOps best practices, governance, and tagging strategies
• Investigate cost anomalies and provide recommendations for remediation
• Assist with vendor management and pricing optimization (e.g., reservations, savings plans)
  
  

Skills Desired

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure
• Familiarity with government contracting and cost accounting practices (e.g., FAR, cost allocation, indirect rates)
• Familiarity with FinOps principles and cost management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management)
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
• Experience building reports or dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Excel)
• Understanding of cloud architecture and resource consumption patterns
• Knowledge of tagging strategies and cost allocation methods
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  
  

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of experience in cloud cost management, FinOps, or related roles
• Relevant certifications (e.g., FinOps Certified Practitioner, AWS/Azure certifications) are a plus
  
  

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.