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Cloud Consultant roles in infrastructure, DevOps, and cloud architecture qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign an I-983 training plan before your extension begins. Migrate Mate lists Cloud Consultant jobs at E-Verify-enrolled employers.
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Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.
Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!
Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.
Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?
Come Join Us!
Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times
We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the "big picture." We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.
Juice - The "Stuff" it takes to be a Needle Mover
We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.
Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart
We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it's due and demonstrate transparency. We "bring the weather" by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Cloud FinOps Consultant is a client-facing role responsible for participating in FinOps implementation projects and managing successful ongoing customer engagement. This person will guide customers in optimizing their cloud consumption with both financial and technical expertise. In addition, this cross-functional role encompasses internal duties such as employee training, service enhancement, and improving upon operational excellence.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Thought Leadership and Industry Best Practices
- Maintain FinOps Practitioner certification and a strong understanding of current and future FinOps frameworks and best practices.
- Learn and maintain key knowledge of AWS, Azure, GCP, Microsoft CSP, and Google Workspace service offerings and savings vehicles.
- Align Trace3 FinOps solutions within these frameworks and best practices, working cross-functionally with engineering, business, and consulting teams.
Service Delivery
- Onboard cloud customers to the appropriate cost management systems and ensure appropriate setup on recurring billing according to contractual specifics.
- Field and answer cloud customer questions about their billing and overall account within contractual SLAs.
- Execute FinOps consulting engagements according to specified customer requirements, ensuring on-time delivery of documentation and collateral.
- Transition consulting engagements into appropriate ongoing services to ensure seamless cloud governance.
- Foster strong and lasting relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers in the client's organization to maximize customer success.
- Design and build cloud FinOps reporting frameworks that satisfy client business needs aligned to tagging and naming strategies.
- Analyze client cloud cost and usage data to generate optimization opportunities and measure and report results, both identified and realized.
- Publish regular FinOps activity reports and conduct monthly/quarterly business reviews with clients on results and opportunities.
- Lead and present in client-facing scenarios with executive audiences, on-site and virtual.
Process Improvement
- Research, document and implement technical and business enhancements to Trace3's FinOps service offering and operations with the goal of continually improving customer success.
- Analyze new cloud provider and third-party tooling options to help in the optimization and automation of internal processes.
Sales Enablement
- Contribute to the development of new and innovative FinOps consulting services.
- Build a community and following around Trace3's company solutions and brand awareness.
- Formalize internal procedures and collateral for existing and new offerings.
- Support internal resources and prospects in the pre-sales cycle.
Growth and Strategy
- Continuously analyze both internal and client-facing processes for opportunities to better scale as the business grows.
- Participate in tactical and strategic departmental planning to support future growth and team success.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of three years of experience in cloud billing, sales support, operations, managed services, or finance.
- Experience onboarding clients to cloud billing, cost management, or FinOps tooling.
- Experience leading client facing presentations.
- Ability to design and build FinOps reporting frameworks aligned to business and technical requirements.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with customer business, finance and technical teams.
- Ability to efficiently manage and prioritize multiple projects and associated tasks.
- Cloud FinOps Practitioner certification.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 offerings and licensing options.
- Familiarity with Google Workspaces (aka GSuite).
- Familiarity with cloud concepts for AWS, Azure and/or GCP.
- Knowledge and experience with FinOps concepts and strategies.
The Perks
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability.
- Competitive Compensation.
- Training and development programs.
- Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages.
- Collaborative and cool culture.
- Work-life balance and generous paid time off.
Our Commitment
At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.
We're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.
As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview, please email recruiting@trace3.com.
To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
Who is Trace3?
Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.
Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!
Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.
Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?
Come Join Us!
Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times
We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the "big picture." We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.
Juice - The "Stuff" it takes to be a Needle Mover
We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.
Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart
We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it's due and demonstrate transparency. We "bring the weather" by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Cloud FinOps Consultant is a client-facing role responsible for participating in FinOps implementation projects and managing successful ongoing customer engagement. This person will guide customers in optimizing their cloud consumption with both financial and technical expertise. In addition, this cross-functional role encompasses internal duties such as employee training, service enhancement, and improving upon operational excellence.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Thought Leadership and Industry Best Practices
- Maintain FinOps Practitioner certification and a strong understanding of current and future FinOps frameworks and best practices.
- Learn and maintain key knowledge of AWS, Azure, GCP, Microsoft CSP, and Google Workspace service offerings and savings vehicles.
- Align Trace3 FinOps solutions within these frameworks and best practices, working cross-functionally with engineering, business, and consulting teams.
Service Delivery
- Onboard cloud customers to the appropriate cost management systems and ensure appropriate setup on recurring billing according to contractual specifics.
- Field and answer cloud customer questions about their billing and overall account within contractual SLAs.
- Execute FinOps consulting engagements according to specified customer requirements, ensuring on-time delivery of documentation and collateral.
- Transition consulting engagements into appropriate ongoing services to ensure seamless cloud governance.
- Foster strong and lasting relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers in the client's organization to maximize customer success.
- Design and build cloud FinOps reporting frameworks that satisfy client business needs aligned to tagging and naming strategies.
- Analyze client cloud cost and usage data to generate optimization opportunities and measure and report results, both identified and realized.
- Publish regular FinOps activity reports and conduct monthly/quarterly business reviews with clients on results and opportunities.
- Lead and present in client-facing scenarios with executive audiences, on-site and virtual.
Process Improvement
- Research, document and implement technical and business enhancements to Trace3's FinOps service offering and operations with the goal of continually improving customer success.
- Analyze new cloud provider and third-party tooling options to help in the optimization and automation of internal processes.
Sales Enablement
- Contribute to the development of new and innovative FinOps consulting services.
- Build a community and following around Trace3's company solutions and brand awareness.
- Formalize internal procedures and collateral for existing and new offerings.
- Support internal resources and prospects in the pre-sales cycle.
Growth and Strategy
- Continuously analyze both internal and client-facing processes for opportunities to better scale as the business grows.
- Participate in tactical and strategic departmental planning to support future growth and team success.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of three years of experience in cloud billing, sales support, operations, managed services, or finance.
- Experience onboarding clients to cloud billing, cost management, or FinOps tooling.
- Experience leading client facing presentations.
- Ability to design and build FinOps reporting frameworks aligned to business and technical requirements.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with customer business, finance and technical teams.
- Ability to efficiently manage and prioritize multiple projects and associated tasks.
- Cloud FinOps Practitioner certification.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 offerings and licensing options.
- Familiarity with Google Workspaces (aka GSuite).
- Familiarity with cloud concepts for AWS, Azure and/or GCP.
- Knowledge and experience with FinOps concepts and strategies.
The Perks
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability.
- Competitive Compensation.
- Training and development programs.
- Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages.
- Collaborative and cool culture.
- Work-life balance and generous paid time off.
Our Commitment
At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.
We're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.
As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview, please email recruiting@trace3.com.
To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Cloud Consultant
Verify your CIP code before applying
Cloud Consultant roles typically align with Computer Science, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering CIP codes. Confirm your degree's exact CIP code with your DSO before targeting employers, since a mismatch can invalidate your extension eligibility entirely.
Check E-Verify enrollment before interviews
Not every consulting firm or cloud services company is E-Verify enrolled. Run the employer's legal entity name through the E-Verify employer search tool before investing time in their process, since STEM OPT authorization requires this enrollment.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation
Pull the Cloud Consultant occupation profile from O*NET and cross-reference the listed knowledge domains with your degree coursework. This alignment matters when your employer drafts the I-983 training plan and justifies the role as a qualifying STEM position.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan during offer stage
Ask for the I-983 training plan draft before you sign an offer. Cloud Consultant scopes vary widely across firms, and a vague training plan listing only 'cloud projects' can trigger a USCIS RFE or DSO rejection. Get specific learning objectives and skill milestones written in.
Target employers with active H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Cloud Consultant roles by employers who have filed H-1B visa petitions for similar roles. Active DOL Labor Condition Application filings signal that a company understands the sponsorship process and has infrastructure to support work authorization transitions after your OPT period ends.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days early
USCIS allows you to apply for the 24-month extension up to 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. Cloud Consultant hiring cycles at larger firms can run eight to twelve weeks, so aligning your application window with your job search timeline prevents authorization gaps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cloud Consultant role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code and how the role is scoped. Cloud Consultant positions involving architecture design, systems integration, or infrastructure engineering typically align with qualifying STEM CIP codes like Computer Science or Information Systems. Roles framed as pure project management or client relationship work are harder to justify. Your DSO confirms eligibility based on your specific degree and the employer's I-983 training plan description.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Every employer who hires you on a STEM OPT extension must be actively enrolled in E-Verify at the specific work site where you perform duties. This includes client sites if you're placed there by a staffing or consulting firm. Enrollment must exist before your extension start date. If the employer is E-Verify enrolled at headquarters but not at a client site, your authorization at that site is not valid.
How does the I-983 training plan work for a Cloud Consultant?
The I-983 requires your employer to document specific learning goals tied to your STEM degree, your job duties, and measurable outcomes for each evaluation period. For Cloud Consultant roles, this means listing concrete skills like cloud architecture frameworks, infrastructure automation, or security compliance domains rather than generic descriptions. Your supervisor signs it, your DSO approves it, and USCIS can request it during any review. Update it every 12 months or when your role changes significantly.
What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery during STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before April 1 and your OPT or STEM OPT EAD expires before October 1, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. You can continue working as a Cloud Consultant during this gap without interruption as long as the petition was filed on time and remains pending or approved. USCIS issues updated guidance on cap-gap coverage each spring.
Where can I find Cloud Consultant jobs at employers who already support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Cloud Consultant roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, which indicates familiarity with work authorization requirements. This saves you from discovering an employer's sponsorship limitations after multiple interview rounds. You can search by cloud platform specialization, company size, and location to narrow results to firms whose infrastructure aligns with your STEM OPT timeline.