Software Asset Management Specialist

Leidos•Baltimore, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a Software Asset Management Specialist to join a high-performing team responsible for building the next-generation enterprise APIs and modern responsive user interfaces, supporting the Social Security Administration (SSA) and their mission to meet the changing needs of the public. This role is crucial for managing the end-to-end Software Asset Management (SAM) lifecycle and contributing to SSA’s Digital Modernization Strategy. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills, with a willingness to work on-site in Woodlawn, MD five days a week. Leidos emphasizes a team culture that values collaboration, ownership, urgency, and a drive for mission success, fostering an inclusive environment where employees are a priority with a focus on career, flexibility, and well-being. The company is dedicated to supporting new team members through mentorship and career growth opportunities, assigning experienced team members for one-on-one mentoring and coaching.

Requirements

Master's degree and 3+ years of experience, Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience, or 9+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
5+ years of experience with Enterprise-Wide Software Asset Management.
3+ years of experience with ServiceNow Software Asset Management (SAM Pro) and Hardware Asset Management (HAM Pro) implementations.
Knowledge of enterprise software licensing, contract management, and asset lifecycle processes.
Familiarity with asset data normalization, catalog items, workspaces, and compliance dashboards.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in data management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Experience building and maturing enterprise IT Asset governance programs.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

ITIL certification.
Governance, audit, or risk certifications.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end Software Asset Management (SAM) lifecycle, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, utilization, and retirement of software assets across the enterprise.
Utilize ServiceNow Software Asset Management (SAM Pro) to track software installations, license compliance, entitlements, and optimize usage.
Track software entitlements, monitor license usage, and conduct internal audits to ensure compliance and cost-efficiency.
Perform in-depth data analysis in ServiceNow to provide visibility into software usage and compliance status.
Compile financial, contractual, and inventory analysis data to support enterprise IT asset lifecycle management.
Recommend and help enforce SAM policies and procedures to ensure software compliance and mitigate audit risks.
Respond to internal and external audit requests; investigate licensing discrepancies and resolve compliance issues.
Support onboarding of new enterprise software titles into ServiceNow SAM Pro, including gathering requirements, conducting stakeholder interviews, and documenting business and technical needs.
Collect, analyze, and maintain data on software usage, versioning, contract end dates, and license information to ensure accurate asset tracking.
Identify redundant or overlapping software titles through data consolidation efforts and provide summaries and recommendations to the integration team.
Assist in developing strategies for software consolidation, licensing compliance, and cost reduction initiatives.
Analyze business processes, data flows, and operational reporting.
Support testing, defect resolution, and system enhancements.
Develop documentation, reports, and process improvements.