Cloud Finops Analyst

Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Job reference: 578654
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
The Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) has diverse responsibilities for transport systems and services, infrastructure planning and provision within South Australia.
At the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, we are connecting South Australia to keep our State moving. We are responsible for delivering a multi-billion-dollar pipeline of transformative transport and social infrastructure projects, operating and maintaining thousands of kilometres of roads and managing our city’s public transport network. Our work encompasses every part of our State; from our cities to our regions, connecting and strengthening community. We value diversity and inclusion and foster an environment of collaboration, flexibility, and support for our staff.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for a Cloud FinOps Analyst within the Cloud and Technology Services Team of the Information Services Directorate.
The Cloud FinOps Analyst will undertake a range of activities relating to monitoring, analysing, and reporting on the capacity, consumption and costs associated with the Department’s Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environment. This role plays an important role in balancing cost with business value as we scale our cloud footprint.
Reporting to the Team Leader Cloud and Technology Services, your key responsibilities include:

• Analysing AWS billing reports, usage data and providing recommendations to optimise spend.

• Collaborating with technical teams to implement tagging strategies and budgets.
• Building reports and dashboards for cloud cost visibility across business units.
• Identifying opportunities for savings such as right-sizing resources or leveraging AWS pricing models and RI utilisation.
• Promoting a culture of cloud cost transparency and accountability

We are looking for someone experienced in cloud financial operations, with strong analytical abilities and cross-team collaboration skills to influence behaviours.
Special Conditions
The successful candidate will be required to provide a National Police Check prior to employment with the Department. Additional employment checks may be required relevant to the role being undertaken as outlined in the role statement.
Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays, may be required.
Remuneration
ASO5 - $84,522 to $94,003 per annum
Enquiries
Mr Von Mangahas
Team Leader, Cloud and Technology Services
Telephone: (08) 7133 3746
Email: Von.Mangahas@sa.gov.au
Application Instructions
Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.
Additional Notes
Applicants are required to submit a CV and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the selection criteria in the attached Role Statement.
Previous applicants of vacancy 565464 advertised in December, need not apply.
The SA Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer and safety is a core value.
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Applications close: 29/02/2024 5:00 PM
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.