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VT Group (VTG) · 20 hours ago

Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) Analyst

VTG Defense is seeking a Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) Analyst to support U.S. Air Forces Central (AFCENT) mission systems. This role leads cloud cost governance and optimization, partnering with various teams to ensure mission-aligned outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Must be able to travel to Shaw AFB for 1 week a month
Optimize and govern cloud spending across Azure Government in IL2–IL6 and coalition environments
Implement tagging strategy and TBM framework to enable mission‑level cost transparency
Build forecasts, POM inputs, and execution dashboards with variance analysis for AFCENT leadership
Align cloud financial practices with PPBE, DoD FMR (7000.14‑R), and color‑of‑money rules requirements
Support CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) and Kubernetes‑based platforms in secure, multi‑tenant environments
Contribute to cloud‑native architectures, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), IaC, and compliance‑driven reference patterns (RMF, ATO)
Coordinate with engineering, cyber, contracting, finance, and coalition partners to ensure cost decisions support mission and security timelines
Brief senior leaders; translate technical cloud billing into operational and mission impacts

Qualification

Cloud Financial OperationsDoD financial governanceAWS GovCloudAzure GovernmentCompTIA Security+ExcelPower BIInfrastructure-as-CodeScriptingCloud contracting mechanismsCommunication

Required

CompTIA Security+ certification (or higher)
Experience in DoD or Air Force environments, preferably MAJCOM/COCOM or CAOC operations
Knowledge of PPBE, DoD FMR, WBS, and color‑of‑money constraints
Hands‑on experience with AWS GovCloud and/or Azure Government cloud cost management
Proficiency with Excel and Power BI for financial analysis and reporting
Familiarity with ATO‑governed systems, POA&Ms, and IL2–IL6 environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences

Preferred

FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) or Advanced Practitioner
Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI
Experience with Cloud One / Platform One, Iron Bank, or DevSecOps pipelines
Scripting (Python/PowerShell) and Infrastructure‑as‑Code (Terraform/ARM/CloudFormation)
Experience supporting software acquisition pathways and cloud contracting mechanisms

Company

VT Group (VTG)

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VTG delivers force modernization and digital transformation solutions that expand America’s competitive advantage in the modern battlespace.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$20M
2022-01-10Grant· $20M
2012-07-01Acquired

Leadership Team

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John Hassoun
Chief Executive Officer and President
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Liz Alston
Chief Human Resources Officer
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