Software Asset Management Analyst III at LexisNexis

About the Role

As a Software Asset Management Analyst, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing software assets. You will ensure compliance with licensing agreements, reduce costs, and maximize the value derived from our software investments. You will apply your outstanding knowledge of complex software licensing models and asset management tools to aid in your success. You will collaborate with various teams for deployment of software on End-User devices and AWS, Azure, and On-Premises data centers

Responsibilities

•  Tracking software licenses to ensure compliance with vendor agreements, avoiding penalties due to under-licensing or non-compliance. Perform proactive audits.
•  Maintaining an accurate inventory of software assets across the organization, including details like license keys, versions, installations, and usage.
•  Identifying opportunities to optimize software usage and costs, such as by reallocating underutilized licenses or recommending more cost-effective licensing options.
•  Analyzing and reporting on software usage, performance, costs, and lifecycle status (end of support and/or end of life). Identify areas for optimization and improvement.
•  Developing and implementing policies and procedures related to software deployment, usage, training, and awareness within the organization.
•  Guiding the activities of team members responsible for entitlement management, compliance reporting, and quote to order procurement functions.

Requirements

•  Have educational background in business administration, Information Technology, or related field
•  Have knowledge of software licensing models, compliance requirements, legal and regulatory aspects of software usage, and industry best practices.
•  Be able to communicate effectively with internal customers, managers, peers, and vendors; collaborate across cross-functional teams
•  Have analytical skills and attention to detail: ability to deal with ambiguity
•  Be able to multi-task and complete time-sensitive tasks.