Cloud Infrastructure & IT Financial Operations Specialist

Starting Salary: €74,701pa (Other arrangements may apply if you are currently a serving civil or public servant)

Blended Working: Details available within booklet.

Tenure: 5-year fixed term contract.

Head Office: 3 Park Place, Hatch Street Upper, Dublin 2, D02 FX65, Ireland www.seai.ie

Work Location: Dublin office.

Role Profile

We have an exciting opportunity in SEAI for a Cloud Infrastructure & Financial Operations Specialist in the IT Department, which is part of the Corporate Services Directorate.

The IT Department provides support across all aspects of SEAI operations, with teams focused on several areas: IT Project and Business System Programmes (PMO), Enterprise Architecture, Data Governance, IT Operations including IT Helpdesk, IT Governance, IT Change Management, and Cyber and Information Security.

This position will play a key role in the IT Department. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and innovative team committed to the high-quality delivery of SEAI’s ambitious ICT Strategy and customer-centric digital services.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the role outlined in this job description are indicative of the currently envisaged scope and may be added to or altered as required, in line with the requirements of SEAI across Business Units/Department. They will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to design, implement, and optimise cloud solutions and infrastructure.

• Assist with the implementation and automation of security controls, ensuring good governance and compliance with best practice and ISO27001.

• Develop financial reports that detail cloud spending.

• Track and analyse usage trends to develop and maintain financial models and reports detailing cloud expenditures.

• Drive adoption of FinOps principles and best practices to optimize financial performance.

• Work with vendors to optimise cloud resources, identify opportunities to use cloud services more efficiently, and savings without impacting performance.

• Collaborate with IT teams and vendors to implement cost-effective cloud solutions, monitor performance and report on financial insights.

• Stay up to date with industry trends, research the latest developments in cloud computing.

• Present insights and ideas on how to optimise cloud usage and costs to drive informed decision-making.

• Support implementation and automation of security controls, governance processes, and compliance validation.

• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Chief Information Officer (CIO).

To ensure that activity peaks within the Department are addressed in a proactive manner, it is expected that the candidate appointed to this role will need to be flexible in terms of working hours during these periods.

Knowledge & Skills

The knowledge and skills required include but are not limited to the following:

• Track record in managing and collaborating with multiple internal and external stakeholders with proven ability to manage complex stakeholder environment using change management skills.

• Experience of budget management.

• Strong leadership skills to include managing cross-functional teams and driving collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups.

• Understanding of cloud computing deployment models.

• Experience with network infrastructure, application and database development.

Essential Requirements

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• A degree (minimum Level 8 on the NFQ or higher) in a relevant discipline such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting or a related field.

• A minimum of 5 years directly relevant experience working in planning, implementing and managing private/public cloud infrastructure and services and financial analysis. A master’s degree may account for 1-year’s experience.

• Proficiency in analysing data.

• Demonstrated experience with cloud cost management tools and platforms.

• Familiarity with SQL and creating visualisations with BI Platforms.

• Experience with cloud provider such as Microsoft Azure.

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform.

• Strong understanding of networking, security and cloud computing principles.

• Strong understanding of security concepts and best practices to ensure a secure and compliant cloud infrastructure.

• Demonstrated experience in communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audience.

Desirable Requirements

• FinOps certified practitioner.

• Experience with virtualization technologies, such as VMware.

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert.

• Solid understanding of ITIL process framework including incident, problem, change, release and capacity management.

• Ability to build valued relationships with customers, stakeholders, and colleagues to assist in delivery of continuous improvement in IT service delivery.

• Ability to work cross-functionally to solve issues creatively and constructively.

• Experience or knowledge of delivering positive customer experiences.

Submission

SEAI invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for this role, as set out in this booklet. SEAI is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups including ethnic minorities and people with disabilities.

Applications should be submitted in the form of a cover letter (max of two pages) demonstrating how the applicant meets the requirements for this role as set out in this booklet together with an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV). Both documents should be submitted via the candidate portal on the SEAI careers website: www.seai.ie/careers/open-roles

Eligibility to Work

The SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland. To qualify, candidates must hold a valid visa on the date of application and where applicable to support a candidate’s application, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland when requested. Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void.

Note in respect of UK citizens: Information regarding the Common Travel Area is available here.

Closing Date

Your application must be received by midnight on Thursday 22nd January 2026. Applications will not be accepted after this time and date. All applications will be acknowledged by email within three working days. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within three working days, please contact: recruitment@seai.ie

Shortlisting

Eligible applications will be shortlisted according to how well the experience and skills as described by applicants match the requirements of this role as contained in this booklet. Candidates whose applications, in the expertise of the interview panel, appear best suited to the position will be shortlisted for interview.

Interview

An interview process will be held with an interview panel in accordance with SEAI arrangements for posts at this level. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend for a competency-based interview. A presentation may be required on a topic of relevance to the role and/or other such assessment methods as deemed appropriate. The SEAI may invite candidates to a second-round interview and to undergo further assessment, including psychometric assessment if required. Interviews may take place in person or online, as appropriate.

Candidates are not permitted to use any type of recording equipment at any stage of the selection process unless written permission has been provided in advance. This applies to any form of sound or video recording.

Prior to recommending any candidate for appointment, SEAI will make all such enquiries deemed necessary to determine the candidate's suitability. Until all stages of the recruitment process have been fully completed, a final decision cannot be made.

Persons with disabilities invited to interview who anticipate needing accommodations or who have questions about physical access may call Clare Anoopa on 01.8082044 or email clare.anoopa@seai.ie.

Key Competencies

At interview, candidates should demonstrate the ability to carry out successfully the duties of the role, as well as the general skills and competencies required at Eng 11/Prof Acct 11 grade (aligned with Assistant Principal level competencies).

The key competencies for this grade are:

• Leadership

• Judgement, Analysis & Decision Making

• Management & Delivery of Results

• Interpersonal & Communication Skills

• Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development

• Drive and Commitment to Public Service Values

Each competency is supported by a list of key performance indicators. Candidates are strongly encouraged to prepare clear and relevant examples of how they have previously demonstrated these competencies.

Deeming of Candidate to be Withdrawn

Candidates who do not attend for interview or other tests when and where required, or who do not furnish evidence as requested by SEAI, will have no further claim to consideration.

Feedback

Feedback will be provided to interviewees on written request.

Tenure

This position will be offered on a 5-year Fixed Term contract basis.

Salary Payment Arrangements

The Eng11/Prof Acct 11 salary scale for this position effective from 1st August 2025 is: €74,701 to €91,100 (inclusive of two Long Service Increments which apply after three- and six-years additional service at Max of grade). Incremental progression will be subject to satisfactory performance.

Important Note: Candidates should note that entry will be at the first point of the scale and the rate of remuneration, including incremental progression, will not be subject to negotiation and may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. Different terms and conditions may apply if you are currently a serving civil or public servant.

Location

The place of work will be based at one of the SEAI offices as listed on cover page. SEAI offers the option to work in a hybrid working arrangement, in line with the SEAI Blended Working Policy. SEAI reserves the right, at its discretion, to change working location within reason on any future date.

Blended Working Arrangements

As an employer, SEAI operates a blended working policy that facilitates access to remote working options having regard to work-life balance/integration, mental health, and the need for a safe and productive working environment. Blended working arrangements will be operated under SEAI’s Blended Working Policy, which currently requires staff to work from the office a minimum of two (2) days per week. Availability and patterns of blended working will be based on business needs and the suitability of the role and may be subject to change should business needs dictate.

Probation

On appointment, the appointee will serve a six (6) month probationary period. In certain circumstances, the probation period may be extended in line with SEAI’s Probationary Policy and Procedures.

Working Week

Hours of attendance will be as fixed from time to time but will amount, on average, to not less than 41.25 hours per week (35 hours net of rest breaks). Pro-Rata will apply in the case of part-time role. Additional hours may from time to time be reasonably required to meet the requirements of the position. No additional payment will be made for extra attendance as the rate of remuneration payable covers any exceptional extra attendance liability that may arise from time to time.

Annual Leave

The annual leave allowance will be 27 working days a year, based on a five-day week and exclusive of public holidays. Pro-rata will apply in the case of part-time role. Annual Leave is to be taken at a time or times convenient to SEAI.

Eligibility to Work

The SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland. Where applicable, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland. Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void.

Those Not Eligible to Apply

Former Irish Public Service Employees – Certain Restrictions on Eligibility. Eligibility may be affected where applicants were formerly employed by an Irish Public Sector body and previously availed of an Irish Public Service Redundancy or Incentivised Retirement Scheme including:

• Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants

• Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER)

• Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010)

• Department of Environment, Community & Local Government (Circular Letter LG(P) 06/2013)

Declaration

Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement and/or the collective agreement outlined above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment.

Other Conditions of Employment

The above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be the comprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in the employment contract to be agreed with the appointee.

Standard Checks

Any offer of employment made to a successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory reference verification and satisfactory verification of academic and professional qualifications. SEAI commits to treat all information or documents received under GDPR guidelines.

Garda Vetting

SEAI is set up with a registered organization for Garda vetting purposes. You may be asked to make an application to be vetted.