Koniag Government Services
AWS Financial Operations (FinOps) Engineer - REMOTE
Koniag Government Services, Chantilly, Virginia, United States, 22021
Koniag IT Solutions,
a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a skilled AWS FinOps Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will leverage AWS advanced analytics and analysis techniques to extract valuable insights from complex datasets. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies and contribute to mission‑critical projects while solving challenging analytical problems.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
We hope to have you join our team and help shape the future of cloud budget optimization.
Position Description The FinOps Engineer will be responsible for analyzing, forecasting, and optimizing AWS cloud spend, developing cost visibility tools, and collaborating with team members and customers to drive cost‑effective cloud use.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze AWS usage and spend using AWS Cost Explorer, CloudHealth, CloudCheckr, or similar tools
Build and maintain dashboards to provide visibility into cloud financial metrics for stakeholders
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to identify cost‑saving opportunities without compromising performance or reliability
Implement tagging strategies and enforce policies to ensure accurate cost allocation and reporting
Provide detailed forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis for cloud expenditures
Contribute to cloud governance policies and educate teams on FinOps best practices
Recommend Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, and other AWS pricing strategies to optimize costs
Participate in cloud cost audits and help design cost‑efficient architectures
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree (Masters Preferred) in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
5+ years of experience in cloud cost optimization, FinOps, or cloud engineering with a focus on AWS
Proven experience with machine learning and statistical modeling
Demonstrated track record of successful analytical projects
Required Skills and Competencies
Strong understanding of AWS pricing models, services, and cost management tools
Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and automation
Proficiency in creating reports and dashboards using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or AWS‑native tools
Excellent analytical, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills
Familiarity with FinOps principles and a strong interest in cloud financial management
Preferred Qualifications
FinOps Certified Practitioner or similar certification
Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes, containers, and serverless architectures
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Familiarity with multi‑cloud cost management (Azure, GCP)
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703‑488‑9377 to request accommodation.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward‑leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution‑oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long‑term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88‑352 Job Details
Job Family: Software and Systems Development
Pay Type: Salary
Telecommute Percentage: 100
Hiring Min Rate: 170,000 USD
Hiring Max Rate: 190,000 USD
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a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a skilled AWS FinOps Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will leverage AWS advanced analytics and analysis techniques to extract valuable insights from complex datasets. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies and contribute to mission‑critical projects while solving challenging analytical problems.
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.
We hope to have you join our team and help shape the future of cloud budget optimization.
Position Description The FinOps Engineer will be responsible for analyzing, forecasting, and optimizing AWS cloud spend, developing cost visibility tools, and collaborating with team members and customers to drive cost‑effective cloud use.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze AWS usage and spend using AWS Cost Explorer, CloudHealth, CloudCheckr, or similar tools
Build and maintain dashboards to provide visibility into cloud financial metrics for stakeholders
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to identify cost‑saving opportunities without compromising performance or reliability
Implement tagging strategies and enforce policies to ensure accurate cost allocation and reporting
Provide detailed forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis for cloud expenditures
Contribute to cloud governance policies and educate teams on FinOps best practices
Recommend Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, and other AWS pricing strategies to optimize costs
Participate in cloud cost audits and help design cost‑efficient architectures
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree (Masters Preferred) in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
5+ years of experience in cloud cost optimization, FinOps, or cloud engineering with a focus on AWS
Proven experience with machine learning and statistical modeling
Demonstrated track record of successful analytical projects
Required Skills and Competencies
Strong understanding of AWS pricing models, services, and cost management tools
Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and automation
Proficiency in creating reports and dashboards using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or AWS‑native tools
Excellent analytical, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills
Familiarity with FinOps principles and a strong interest in cloud financial management
Preferred Qualifications
FinOps Certified Practitioner or similar certification
Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes, containers, and serverless architectures
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Familiarity with multi‑cloud cost management (Azure, GCP)
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703‑488‑9377 to request accommodation.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward‑leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution‑oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long‑term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88‑352 Job Details
Job Family: Software and Systems Development
Pay Type: Salary
Telecommute Percentage: 100
Hiring Min Rate: 170,000 USD
Hiring Max Rate: 190,000 USD
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