- Salary
- $65 – $70
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
- Type
- Contract, Internship
- Department
- IT
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Source
- Breezy HR
Description
Job Title: IT Asset Analyst – Software Asset Management
Job Description:
Next Generation Inc. (NGI) is seeking a highly detail-oriented IT Asset Analyst for our client head-quartered in New York City. This is a key role responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of software assets, ensuring compliance, and identifying cost-saving opportunities through effective software asset management (SAM) practices.
Note: Consultant will be required to work onsite for the first 3 months of the engagement. Upon successful demonstration of performance and reliability, the consultant will transition to a hybrid remote schedule (4 days onsite / 1 day remote).
Job Responsibilities:
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date inventory of all software assets including licenses, versions, entitlements, and usage data.
• Ensure all software usage aligns with vendor licensing agreements and regulatory requirements.
• Support procurement efforts by assisting in the acquisition and renewal of software licenses, including negotiation with vendors for favorable terms.
• Analyze usage data to identify underutilized assets and make recommendations for optimization and cost reduction.
• Reporting: Develop and distribute regular reports on software asset utilization, compliance status, and inventory to stakeholders.
• Audit Support: Coordinate and support both internal and external audits related to software licensing and compliance.
• Process Improvement: Create, document, and continuously improve SAM processes and best practices.
• Collaboration: Partner with IT, procurement, legal, and other relevant departments to align asset management activities across the organization.
Job Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in software asset management or IT asset management roles.
• Strong understanding of software licensing models, contract terms, and vendor agreements.
• Proficient in software asset management tools and tracking technologies.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across departments.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with enterprise-level asset management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Flexera, Snow).
• Prior experience in a public sector or transportation agency environment is a plus.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards related to software usage.
Job Benefits:
• Competitive Consultant hourly rate range based on experience and education of approximately $65 to $70 an hour
