Asset Management Specialist

Job Title: Asset Management Analyst (Software Asset Management - SAM) Location: Houston, TX (Onsite/Hybrid) Duration: Contract We are seeking a detail-oriented Asset Management Analyst / Data Analyst to support enterprise-level Software Asset Management (SAM) operations. This role focuses on software license compliance, lifecycle governance, cost optimization, and cross-functional stakeholder collaboration. The ideal candidate has strong analytical capabilities, hands-on experience with SAM tools, and the ability to translate licensing data into actionable insights for leadership. 🔹 Key Responsibilities License Management & Compliance • Manage software license tracking, allocation, reconciliation, and entitlement validation. • Support compliance audits and true-up exercises across enterprise applications. • Interpret vendor licensing models (Microsoft M365, Office 365, and third-party tools). • Oversee renewal planning, usage optimization, and cost control initiatives. Asset Lifecycle Management • Govern end-to-end software lifecycle (request → approval → deployment → retirement). • Manage onboarding/offboarding licensing processes aligned with access controls. • Identify and reclaim underutilized or inactive licenses to optimize spend. Tools & Platforms • Manage and maintain asset records in ServiceNow ITAM/ITSM and Remedy. • Validate software deployments using SCCM / Configuration Manager. • Align licensing data with Active Directory user/group attributes. • Administer reporting within Microsoft 365 Admin Center and SharePoint. Governance & Process • Support development and enforcement of SAM governance frameworks. • Define and document licensing policies, audit readiness procedures, and compliance standards. • Align identity management attributes with automated license assignment rules. Procurement & Vendor Coordination • Validate license requests and approval workflows. • Partner with Procurement, Contracts, and Finance for renewal and cost analysis. • Support contract reviews, vendor negotiations, and true-cost assessments. Stakeholder Collaboration • Work cross-functionally with IT, Helpdesk, Security, Procurement, and Leadership teams. • Communicate compliance risks, savings opportunities, and optimization strategies clearly to stakeholders. • Contribute to enterprise-wide cost-reduction and governance initiatives. 🔹 Required Qualifications • 3+ years of experience in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or IT Governance. • Strong knowledge of Microsoft licensing models (M365, O365). • Advanced Excel expertise and working knowledge of SQL. • Experience with ServiceNow ITAM/ITSM, SCCM, Active Directory, and Power BI. • Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and documentation standards. • Experience supporting audits, renewals, and compliance reporting.