Data Analyst 3 – Contract Position

Join the ITD FinOps team in Capitol, Richmond, US as a Data Analyst 3 on a 6‑month contract (potential extension). This hybrid role focuses on analyzing, modeling, and forecasting Azure cloud and on‑premises data center financial data.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and validate financial and usage data from Azure and on‑premise systems.
• Develop and maintain cost allocation models, dashboards, and reports for stakeholders.
• Perform variance analysis, trend forecasting, and scenario modeling to support budgeting and cost‑optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with finance, engineering, and procurement teams to translate business requirements into analytical solutions.
• Automate data pipelines and reporting processes using SQL, Python, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to reduce cloud spend and improve resource utilization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in financial data analysis, preferably with cloud cost management (Azure preferred).
• Proficiency in SQL, Python/R, and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Strong understanding of cloud pricing models, on‑premise data center cost structures, and FinOps principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Azure Cost Management, Azure Monitor, or similar cloud cost tools.
• Knowledge of statistical modeling, forecasting techniques, and machine‑learning basics.
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies.

Employment Details

Contract Length: 6 months with possible extension based on performance.
Location: Hybrid – on‑site in Capitol, Richmond, US with remote flexibility.
Salary: $80,250.53 per year (contract rate).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary focus of the Data Analyst 3 role?

Analyzing and forecasting financial data for Azure cloud services and on‑premise data center workloads to support cost‑optimization decisions.

Is this position remote or on‑site?

It is a hybrid role based in Capitol, Richmond, US, combining on‑site work with remote flexibility.

What are the key technical skills required?

Proficiency in SQL, Python or R, and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau, plus experience with Azure cost management.