IT Software Asset Manager

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Asset Management
AWS
SOX
Compliance
Risk

Job Details

IT Software Asset Manager
Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid)
Duration: 6 Months Contract to Hire

Description:

  • Looking for someone with experience specifically managing AWS.
  • Will be a hands-on resource responsible for People Systems Strategy, solution, and responsible for Core HCM, Adv Comp.
  • Have experience working in a SOX Compliant environment.

  • Software Lifecycle Management
    • Maintain a centralized inventory of all software assets, licenses, and SaaS subscriptions.
    • Oversee procurement, deployment, renewal, and retirement processes to ensure accurate entitlement and usage tracking.
    • Partner with Finance and Procurement to align software spending with budget forecasts and business priorities.
  • Governance, Risk & Compliance
    • Ensure adherence to software license agreements, vendor terms, and regulatory requirements.
    • Lead internal audits and coordinate with external auditors during software license reviews.
    • Identify and mitigate compliance risks, ensuring the company avoids fines or unbudgeted true-ups.
  • Cost Optimization & Vendor Management
    • Analyze software utilization data to identify underused or redundant licenses and drive cost-saving initiatives.
    • Develop and implement strategies for license pooling, reallocation, and optimization.
    • Negotiate contracts and renewals to secure optimal pricing and service terms.
    • Support vendor relationship management and maintain renewal calendars and documentation.
  • Operational Excellence
    • Develop and enforce ITAM/SAM standards and processes based on industry frameworks (ITIL, ISO/IEC 19770).
    • Establish and enforce processes for software request, approval, acquisition, and deployment.
    • Promote SAM best practices across the organization through training and awareness initiatives.
  • Tools and Reporting
    • Manage and optimize SAM/ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Flexera, Snow, or Ivanti).
    • Generate regular reports and dashboards to track compliance, usage, spend, and performance metrics.
    • Provide executive summaries and actionable insights to IT and finance leadership.
    • Support compliance reporting, regulatory filings, and ad-hoc data requests.

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