About the Role
Role: AWS FinOps SpecialistLocation: London, Manchester or LeedsSalary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annumPackage:£7,000 guaranteed DV bonusUp to 10% performance bonusPrivate Health and DentalPlus a range of other benefitsSecurity Clearance Requirement: Candidates must be eligible for Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance as required for UK Government work.Eligibility guidelines: Typically, this means being a sole UK national who has lived in the UK for the past 10 years, without any extended periods (over 30 consecutive days) spent outside the UK during that time.Please note: These details are provided as general guidance only. Final clearance eligibility is determined by the UK Government’s security vetting process.Role OverviewThis role offers a direct opportunity to shape cloud efficiency strategies within one of the UK’s most respected digital consultancies. Acting as a FinOps Specialist, you’ll advise senior stakeholders, influence architecture decisions, and embed cost‑optimisation practices across multi‑disciplinary AWS environments supporting national security and defence clients.This is a hands‑on, strategic role for an AWS FinOps professional seeking impact at scale, combining advisory influence with practical delivery.About the OrganisationOur client is a market‑leading digital and cyber consultancy delivering advanced technology transformation across defence, infrastructure, and public sector programmes. They combine data, engineering, and intelligence expertise to help clients secure and optimise mission‑critical systems.Their security and intelligence division continues to grow rapidly, partnering with government and national agencies to design, migrate, and optimise large‑scale cloud capabilities underpinned by AWS. You’ll join a high‑profile, collaborative team operating at the forefront of national security innovation.ResponsibilitiesAct as a subject‑matter expert in AWS cost optimisation and FinOps governance for major national security programmes.Develop and implement FinOps strategies aligned with business and architecture objectives.Partner with engineering and product teams to ensure solutions are designed for cost efficiency from inception.Build data‑driven business cases for optimisation, identifying waste, potential savings, and value opportunities.Advise senior customers and internal leaders on best practice, influencing culture and adoption of FinOps principles.Support internal capability development by shaping service offerings and mentoring technical teams.Candidate ProfileProven experience applying FinOps principles to large‑scale AWS environments.Strong understanding of AWS cost structures, pricing models, tagging, and billing analytics.Demonstrable experience influencing architecture and delivery to drive measurable cost efficiencies.Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to communicate financial, technical, and strategic value clearly.Previous exposure to secure government or regulated environments is beneficial but not essential.Package and ConditionsBase salary: £70,000 – £90,000 (DOE)£7,000 per annum tax‑free once DV clearance is granted (equivalent to ~£10,000 on base)Up to a 10% company and individual performance bonusSingle-stage interview process.Hybrid model: average three days per week on site (London, Leeds, or Manchester)25 days’ annual leave plus flexible benefits, private medical cover, pension, and company bonusStructured career development and professional training under a dedicated career managerHow to ApplyIf you have strong AWS FinOps experience and wish to apply your expertise in a secure, high‑impact environment, please apply with your current CV outlining your relevant and aligned skills. DV eligibility is mandatory.