Details Department: InfrastructureSchedule: Full time, 8 hour day shift, Monday - FridayLocation: Remote
Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

 

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

Position Summary: The Software Asset Management (SAM) Specialist is responsible for supporting the lifecycle of software assets within the organization, ensuring compliance, optimizing costs, and assisting in procurement and deployment. This role collaborates with IT, business units, and vendors to maintain accurate records, facilitate license management, and ensure software solutions align with business needs. The SAM Specialist plays a key role in risk mitigation, software standardization, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Software Lifecycle Management:

Assist in tracking software assets from acquisition through retirement.Ensure proper documentation of software usage, compliance, and renewals.Maintain an up-to-date inventory of software assets and ensure alignment with IT policies.

Technical Assessment & Compliance:

Facilitate the submission and approval process for Technical Assessments (TAs).Work with security and compliance teams to ensure software adheres to organizational and regulatory requirements.Assist in auditing software usage and addressing licensing risks.

License Management & Optimization:

Track software licenses, ensuring compliance with agreements and avoiding overages or shortages.Assist in resolving licensing discrepancies by working with internal teams and vendors.Provide analysis on software consumption and recommend cost-saving opportunities.

Software Procurement & Vendor Coordination:

Support the procurement process by gathering requirements, submitting purchase requests, and tracking renewals.Coordinate with vendors and internal procurement teams to ensure smooth acquisition and deployment of software.Assist in maintaining vendor relationships and tracking software agreements.

Software Deployment & Change Management:

Collaborate with IT teams to ensure smooth deployment, upgrades, and removals of software.Provide customers with upgrade paths, alternative solutions, or transition plans.Communicate changes and software roadmaps to relevant stakeholders.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

Generate reports on software utilization, license compliance, and financial impact.Identify trends and recommend improvements to software asset management practices.Support strategic decision-making through data-driven insights.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 3 years in software asset management, IT operations, or a related field, strongly preferred.Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple software assets simultaneously.Knowledge: Familiarity with software lifecycle management, licensing models, procurement processes, and compliance requirements.Certifications: Certifications such as Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM), ITIL, or equivalent are a plus.

Key Competencies:

Attention to Detail: Ability to track software assets accurately and ensure compliance with policies.Customer Focus: Strong commitment to supporting business units with software needs and ensuring a positive user experience.Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze issues related to licensing, procurement, and compliance and recommend effective solutions.Collaboration: Work effectively with IT teams, business units, and vendors to achieve software management goals.Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and evolving business needs.

Requirements

Education:

High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

 

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