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Software Asset Management (SAM) Specialist

Software Asset Management Specialist
6+ month contract
Downtown Dallas (Hybrid 3 days a week)

The Software Asset Management (SAM) Specialist is accountable for software utilization and compliance data. This person will provide subject matter expertise for major software publishers and smaller publishers. Assist as needed with software vendor contracts and work with other departments to build, execute and manage remediation as it relates to software compliance. This person will evaluate SAM tool system design and provide requirements for functionality. Align license capacity with initial needs, expected growth, and enterprise experience from similar implementations. Establish SAM processes and procedures.
 
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Participates in the management of software licenses to help ensure compliance with policies, software licenses agreements, and end-user licenses agreements.
Design and implement SAM tool and technology (preferably Flexera-based) license management solutions to support software lifecycle management.
Manage, operate, and trouble-shoot SAM tool and technology (preferably Flexera-based) license management solutions.
Audit and improve software license data and ensure that software licenses are managed and tracked effectively.
Analyze and improve customer software lifecycle management and change management.
Provide and improve data, reports, and dashboards on software lifecycle management and software ROI
Occasionally build Cognos reports or otherwise to improve the operations of the system.
Contributes to the maintenance of Oncor’s effective licenses position within Oncor’s Software Asset Management Solution through the effective, efficient and agile utilization of the tool.
Contributes to the IT team’s understanding, tracking and forecasting of software licenses by collaborating with the teams and clearly explaining the software license agreements and management processes and procedures.
Assist management in leading, training, and developing employees to better understand and utilize software licensing processes, procedures and tools.
Research, prepare and deliver presentations to all levels of management on software licensing processes and procedures.
Demonstrate leadership and active participation in inter-company committees with Oncor. ? Maintain an understanding of changing technologies, risks and potential impacts on Oncor.
Assist others in learning and understanding software compliance and risks.
Collaborate closely with Commercial Governance in contract negotiations related to software licensing by providing supporting data and information related to software licensing.
Employ methods to focus and successfully perform responsibilities in an open work environment.
 
Requirements
High school diploma, GED or equivalent is required; Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Statistics or Computer Science is preferred.
5+ years’ experience in IT Software Asset Management software licensing
Strong quantitative, analytical, problem solving skills, including the ability to accumulate, organize, and assimilate large amounts of information/data
Ability to meet strict deadlines while managing multiple tasks with competing priorities
Ability to learn and master the administration of Oncor’s SAM solution
Flexera product knowledge including FNMS, Workflow Manager, App Portal, and Data Platform 2
Thorough understanding of various Tier 1 vendor license models (Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, Symantec, VMware, Adobe, RedHat) and the ability to interpret software contracts/EULAs
Ability to create Effective License Positions for Tier 1 publishers using SAM tools such as Flexera including but not limited to uploading purchase orders, creating licenses and performing software optimization
Experienced in on-boarding of publishers from start to finish in FNMS
Ability to create detailed and summarized Excel reports using data from FNMS
Understanding of Cloud/Virtualization technologies (VMware, AWS, OpenShift Platform, RedHat/RHEL)
Ability to use initiative to identify and pro-actively resolve issues
Ability to communicate professionally, concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing in a timely manner
Strong interpersonal and team building skills ? Ability to work with a diverse team and help influence/drive change across functional boundaries
Ability to generate technical but user-friendly procedural documents
Ability to work with minimal supervision Preferred Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities
Working knowledge of Atlassian JIRA used as ticketing system for software requests/installation, purchases, server build requests and hardware requests
Strong understanding of Atlassian JIRA workflows
Knowledge of enterprise security as it relates to software
Experience with license server administration
Deep knowledge of software deployment, device inventory, software asset management (SCCM, ADDM)
Flexera FNMS Tooling expertise and knowledge for the purposes of supporting, troubleshooting and maintaining FNMS
Experience with opening support cases with Flexera and following through to completion
Reviewing out of date inventory and validating that inventory
Tracking and managing FNMS device license consumption
Understanding of Cognos and possesses the ability to build FNMS Cognos reports
Prior experience with Software Audits / Compliance
Experience with software procurement & vendor management
Certified in Software Asset Management Measures of Success
Demonstrated ability to interface with external and internal partners in a professional manner
Demonstrated skills in prioritization and multi-tasking, and success in adapting to change in a fast-paced environment
Manages and minimize risks related to IT software licensing
Positively contributes to the maintenance of active licenses position within the SAM solution and produces supporting reports
Contributes to the continuous improvement of software licensing processes and procedures in a constructive


Estimated Min Rate: $49.00
Estimated Max Rate: $70.00


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

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