Software License Management
Software License Management
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Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Software License Management:
Track and maintain an inventory of all software assets including licenses versions and usage data.
Ensure compliance with software licensing agreements and prevent unauthorized usage.
Vendor Management:
Collaborate with software vendors for renewals audits and negotiations.
Manage vendor relationships to optimize licensing agreements and cost savings.
Compliance and Audits:
Prepare for and respond to software audits by vendors.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements regarding software usage.
Optimization:
Analyze software usage patterns to identify opportunities for cost savings through license optimization or consolidation.
Recommend and implement strategies for improving software utilization.
Asset Tracking and Reporting:
Maintain an accurate software asset database using tools such as ServiceNow Flexera or Snow Software.
Generate regular reports on software usage costs and compliance status.
Process Development:
Define and implement SAM policies processes and best practices.
Educate employees on SAM processes and software usage policies.
Tool Management:
Administer and configure Software Asset Management tools to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
Primary Skills
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with SAM tools such as ServiceNow SAM Pro Flexera Snow License Manager or Aspera.
Strong knowledge of software licensing models (e.g. perpetual subscription SaaS).
Understanding of vendorspecific licensing agreements (e.g. Microsoft Oracle Adobe IBM SAP).
Familiarity with ITIL framework particularly IT Asset Management (ITAM).
Experience with ITSM tools and integrations (e.g. ServiceNow BMC Remedy).
Analytical Skills:
Ability to analyze software usage data and identify optimization opportunities.
Experience with reporting and visualization tools like Power BI Tableau or Excel for presenting software metrics.
Compliance and Audit Skills:
Strong understanding of software compliance requirements and regulatory standards.
Experience in preparing for and managing vendor software audits.
Soft Skills:
Excellent communication and negotiation skills for engaging with vendors and stakeholders.
Strong organizational and timemanagement abilities to manage multiple assets and processes.
Problemsolving skills to address complex licensing and compliance issues.
MustHave Skills
Proficiency with Software Asset Management tools (e.g. ServiceNow SAM Pro Flexera or Snow).
Indepth understanding of software licensing models and vendor agreements.
Strong knowledge of ITIL and IT Asset Management best practices.
Ability to perform software usage analysis and create optimization strategies.
Handson experience managing vendor audits and ensuring compliance.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Technical knowledge of IT systems and integrations related to SAM
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type
Full Time
