Technical Cost Analyst, IT Cost Transparency & Optimization

• Familiarity with infrastructure technologies such as: • Storage platforms • Virtualization environments • Servers and compute platforms • Cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) • Network infrastructure • Backup and recovery technologies • Demonstrated familiarity with AI concepts and how they are applied in an organization, such as but not limited to: Programming (Python mainly), Machine Learning Basics, Data Handling & Preprocessing • Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Snowflake, ServiceNow, or similar reporting and analytics platforms. • Understanding of IT financial management, chargeback/showback, TBM, FinOps, or cost allocation methodologies, nice to have, but not required. • Exposure to vendor management, contract analysis, software licensing, or procurement processes, nice to have, but not required. • Knowledge of CMDB structures and IT asset management practices. • Experience building financial models or business cases. You must be authorized to work in the US without Humana sponsorship as Humana will not provide work visa sponsorship at any point in time for this position. Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Become a part of our caring community (remote in approved locations: Location: Louisville, KY (Preferred)Other Locations: Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Nashville, TN; New York, NY; Tampa, FL; Washington, DC) We are seeking a highly analytical and technically curious Technical Cost Analyst, IT Cost Transparency & Optimization to join our IT Cost Transparency team. This role is responsible for analyzing infrastructure consumption, technology assets, financial data, and operational metrics to identify opportunities for cost optimization, rationalization, and improved technology investment decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with foundational knowledge of IT infrastructure, including compute, storage, cloud, network, and data center technologies. Working closely with infrastructure engineering, architecture, finance, procurement, vendor management, and service owners, the Technical Cost Analyst will transform complex technology and financial data into actionable insights, business cases, and recommendations that support cost efficiency and strategic technology decisions. This position is well suited for professionals with 1-5 years of experience in infrastructure operations, FinOps, technical analytics, technical asset management or related disciplines. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Cost Analysis • 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. Data Analysis & Cost Transparency • Consolidate and analyze data from multiple sources, including: • CMDB platforms • Infrastructure monitoring tools • Cloud and platform usage reports • Purchase orders • Vendor contracts • Invoice data • Asset inventories • Financial systems • Architecture and engineering documentation • Perform data validation, reconciliation, and trend analysis to ensure accuracy and consistency across sources. • Create dashboards, reports, and analytical models to support technology cost transparency initiatives. Business Case Development • Develop financial and technical business cases supporting 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. Use your skills to make an impact Required Qualifications • 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 one or more of the following areas: • IT infrastructure, Technology Operations • FinOps • IT asset management • Technology financial management • IT analytics • 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. Preferred Qualifications • Familiarity with infrastructure technologies such as: • Storage platforms • Virtualization environments • Servers and compute platforms • Cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) • Network infrastructure • Backup and recovery technologies • Demonstrated familiarity with AI concepts and how they are applied in an organization, such as but not limited to: Programming (Python mainly), Machine Learning Basics, Data Handling & Preprocessing • Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Snowflake, ServiceNow, or similar reporting and analytics platforms. • Understanding of IT financial management, chargeback/showback, TBM, FinOps, or cost allocation methodologies, nice to have, but not required. • Exposure to vendor management, contract analysis, software licensing, or procurement processes, nice to have, but not required. • Knowledge of CMDB structures and IT asset management practices. • Experience building financial models or business cases. You must be authorized to work in the US without Humana sponsorship as Humana will not provide work visa sponsorship at any point in time for this position. Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required. Scheduled Weekly Hou