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While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.\nThe Work\nAt ICF our Digital Modernization Division is an information technology and management consulting organization that delivers integrated, strategic solutions to federal clients. We bring expertise in cloud, cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, data modernization, and digital transformation to support mission-critical government programs.\nJoin a team accelerating the modernization of a large federal agency's enterprise data and analytics ecosystem. This cloud-based platform provides data storage, analytics, governance, and AI/ML capabilities that enable thousands of users to transform data into actionable insights. As demand continues to grow, the team is focused on migrating legacy workloads, streamlining onboarding and support, expanding platform capabilities, and helping organizations across the enterprise adopt modern data and AI solutions at scale.\nWe are seeking a Senior FinOps Analyst to provide specialized cloud financial management expertise supporting the Summit program. This role will help make cloud cost, utilization, and performance transparent and actionable across platform, data, AI/ML, and customer-facing workstreams.\nThe Senior FinOps Analyst will develop dashboards, forecasts, trend analyses, and optimization recommendations that help technical and product teams understand how cloud architecture and workload decisions affect cost. 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We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.\nWe will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.\nWork Authorization and Sponsorship\nAll candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. 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