Full-Time Sr Software Asset Management Specialist

NBCUniversal Vendor Operations Sr. Software Asset Management ("SAM") Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring effective management of software licenses, compliance, and vendor relationships.

Collaborate with internal & external teams, maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze software asset data, create reports for compliance, cost savings, and harvesting strategies.
• Reconcile license entitlements with installations to determine license position.
• Analyze usage reports, recommend remediation plans for non-compliant positions.
• Implement best practice SAM processes (shared sites, documentation).
• Develop best practices for software acquisition, deployment, and retirement.
• Maintain inventory of software assets, track licenses, versions, & installations.
• Provide specialized knowledge of key software vendors (Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, Adobe, VMware).
• Ensure accurate documentation of licenses & maintenance agreements.
• Conduct regular self-audits for software deployments and reconciliation.
• Develop & Maintain Software Management Product & Capability roadmaps.
• Provide continuous improvement recommendations for software asset management processes.
• Provide analysis, reporting, & documentation for vendor negotiations, true-ups, & inventory validation.
• Create & maintain policies & processes for end-to-end software asset lifecycle.
• Provide remediation recommendations for non-compliant positions.
• Prepare for & address vendor & internal audits.
• Provide ad hoc compliance reporting (software status, usage, compliance).
• Analyze software usage patterns, recommend cost-effective license models.
• Recommend software optimization & harvesting opportunities.
• Develop dashboards for ongoing compliance reporting.
• Provide analysis, reporting, & documentation for software audits.

Basic Requirements:

• Expert knowledge of Eracent Lifecycle management tool
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Business Admin, or related field
• 12+ years of experience in software asset management
• Expert knowledge of software licensing terms & conditions
• Excellent analytical & communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CSAM, ITIL) are a plus

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience in large global environments
• Ability to handle multiple priorities & work under deadlines
• Strong report drafting, problem-solving, & communication skills

Additional Requirements:

• Fully Remote Position

Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 (bonus eligible)

Benefits: Company sponsored benefits

Interview: External candidates may attend an in-person interview at one of our locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer: NBCUniversal provides equal employment opportunities.

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