Technical Cost Analyst, IT Cost Transparency & Optimization

Humana

. Analyze infrastructure environments including storage, compute, network, cloud, backup, and platform services to identify cost reduction and optimization opportunities .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $73,400 - $100,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis, financial modeling, and infrastructure optimization, utilizing tools such as SQL, Excel, and Tableau to drive cost reduction and efficiency. Capable of translating complex technical data into actionable business insights and recommendations for diverse stakeholders.

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SQL ProficiencyData Analysis with ExcelFinancial ModelingDashboard Creation with TableauIT Financial Management Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data CleaningStatistical MethodsPredictive AnalyticsCost ModelingData ValidationTrend AnalysisFeature EngineeringRegression AnalysisClusteringClassification

Soft Skills

Analytical Problem-SolvingStrong Communication SkillsProject ManagementCollaborationTechnical Translation

Tools & Technologies

TableauSQLExcelPythonPower BIServiceNowSnowflakeSharePointGitApptio

Industry Keywords

IT InfrastructureFinOpsTechnology OperationsIT Asset ManagementCost Allocation MethodologiesTechnology Business ManagementVendor ManagementContract AnalysisCloud ServicesBackup and Recovery Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudNumpyPandasPythonServiceNowSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze infrastructure environments including storage, compute, network, cloud, backup, and platform services to identify cost reduction and optimization opportunities
Evaluate technology consumption, utilization, capacity, and growth trends using operational and financial datasets
Develop insights around asset utilization, underused resources, redundant technologies, and consolidation opportunities
Support infrastructure demand forecasting and cost modeling activities
Consolidate and analyze data from CMDB platforms, infrastructure monitoring tools, cloud and platform usage reports, purchase orders, vendor contracts, invoice data, asset inventories, financial systems, and architecture and engineering documentation
Perform data validation, reconciliation, and trend analysis across multiple data sources
Create dashboards, reports, and analytical models for technology cost transparency initiatives
Develop financial and technical business cases for infrastructure optimization initiatives
Build hypotheses regarding cost reduction, consumption efficiency, technology modernization, and rationalization opportunities
Quantify potential savings, cost avoidance, investment requirements, and operational impacts
Translate complex data findings into clear, concise communications for diverse audiences
Partner with infrastructure engineers, architects, service owners, procurement teams, and finance partners to understand technology environments and validate assumptions
Identify opportunities to improve cost management processes, reporting capabilities, and data quality
Contribute to automation and standardization of reporting, analytics, and business case development processes
Own, maintain, and collect data assets in the functional production support process
Collect, clean, and analyze data using SQL, Excel, Python, or Tableau
Identify patterns, trends, and correlations to support descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics
Assist with creation of branding, communication, and training materials
Develop and maintain digital asset libraries for easy retrieval and reuse

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Business Analytics, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field
1-5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, Technology Operations, FinOps, IT asset management, technology financial management, IT analytics, or technology consulting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret large datasets
Experience working with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
Experience creating reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate technical information into business-focused recommendations
Proficiency in SQL, Excel, Python, Tableau, statistical methods, and visualization software
Familiarity with AI concepts and organizational applications
Knowledge of Python, NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, clean code, debugging, and Git
Knowledge of supervised and unsupervised learning, regression, classification, clustering, and model evaluation
Knowledge of data cleaning, transformation, feature engineering, and structured and unstructured data
Experience with SharePoint and PowerPoint
Ability to manage multiple projects, maintain accurate records, and follow documentation standards
Familiarity with Technology Business Management (TBM), Apptio, or IT Finance helpful but not required
Familiarity with infrastructure technologies including storage, virtualization, servers and compute, cloud services, network infrastructure, and backup and recovery technologies preferred
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Snowflake, ServiceNow, or similar platforms preferred
Understanding of IT financial management, chargeback/showback, TBM, FinOps, or cost allocation methodologies preferred
Exposure to vendor management, contract analysis, software licensing, or procurement processes preferred
Knowledge of CMDB structures and IT asset management practices preferred
Experience building financial models or business cases preferred
Must be authorized to work in the US without Humana sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off
Company holidays
Personal holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Self-provided internet service support requirements for remote work
Remote work arrangement
Occasional travel to Humana offices for training or meetings