Software Asset Officer

Job Description

Software Asset Officer

About the Client

Our client is a leading provider of integrated logistics and asset management services supporting complex programs across the defence and government sectors. With a strong focus on operational excellence they deliver innovative solutions that ensure the effective management of critical systems and infrastructure. Their team is committed to upholding the highest standards of compliance governance and performance.

About the Role

As aSenior Software Asset Officer you will play a pivotal role in managing the full lifecycle of software assetsfrom procurement through to disposal. Youll be responsible for ensuring software products are licensed supported and maintained in accordance with policy and program requirements. This includes managing vendor relationships analysing licensing data and supporting internal governance processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the Software Asset Management (SAM) tool and software deployment tracking
• Overseeing licensing support and compliance audits
• Producing reports and analysing software usage and deployment
• Supporting vendor compliance reviews and interpreting EULAs
• Providing guidance on governance and internal processes
• Collaborating with technical teams and stakeholders across the program

The Successful Candidate

You are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in software asset management. You bring excellent communication skills a collaborative mindset and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Experience with enterprise licensing agreements and asset management tools
• Strong knowledge of CMDBs software discovery tools and vendor negotiation
• Certified SAFe Practitioner

Desirable:

• Experience in Defence or Australian Government environments
• Qualifications in IT Asset Management Project Management or Systems Engineering
• Familiarity with tools such as JIRA Insight TAMIT APM SharePoint and Excel

Whats on Offer

• A high-impact role within a mission-critical program
• Opportunity to work with a respected organisation in the defence sector
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

Why partner with Whizdom

Were Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:

• We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
• We are Level 3 DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. Weve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
• We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT

Contract term: 9 June 2025 2 December 2025 plus potential extensions

SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5.

Security Requirements: Minimum NV1 Security Clearance Required

How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.

Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include ID and work rights security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.

Applications open until 8am 29 May 2025.

Reach Damien onor for any further information.