Licensing Manager

City of New York•New York, NY

2h•$105,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides technology services and support to ACS, its vendor partners, and other city agencies. The Deputy Chief Information Office (DCIO) manages OIT’s capital, expense, and personnel services budget and oversees technology, IT staff, and infrastructure. The Licensing Manager reports to the Deputy Chief Information Officer (CIO) and is responsible for ensuring that the agency remains compliant with software licenses and usage. The role oversees procurement, management, and compliance of software licenses and technology assets, maintains proper licensing agreements, optimizes software costs, and identifies efficiencies and savings by monitoring usage and right-sizing the licensing footprint. The Licensing Manager also prepares procurement documents and purchase requests, analyzes technology proposals, works with vendors, and provides recommendations on technology acquisitions.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, human computer interaction, interactive media, digital and graphics design, data visualization, communication, or a related field, plus four years of satisfactory full-time related experience with a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology, and/or domain; or
An associate degree in one of the listed or related fields, plus six years of satisfactory full-time related experience with a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology, and/or domain; or
A bachelor’s degree in any field, plus eight years of satisfactory full-time related experience with a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology, and/or domain; or
Education and/or experience equivalent to one of the listed combinations.

Responsibilities

Oversee the agency’s software licensing portfolio and ensure compliance with contracts and regulations.
Track and manage software subscriptions, renewals, and usage across departments.
Draft and submit capital purchase requests for IT-related procurements.
Draft RFI, RFP, and RFQ documents.
Evaluate vendor proposals, negotiate contracts, and support cost-effective software and license procurement.
Maintain detailed records of software licenses, contracts, and purchase agreements.
Develop technology recommendations based on industry trends and agency needs.
Collaborate with legal and finance teams to mitigate licensing risks.
Conduct audits and compliance checks on software and license usage.
Liaise with vendors and provide expert recommendations on technology acquisitions.