
Director, Software Asset Management – Strategy and Operations
The Hartford
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Hartford • Connecticut • Illinois • United States
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Salary
💰 $153,600 - $230,400 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Define and execute the enterprise-wide SAM vision and multi-year roadmap
- Drive program initiatives across discovery, data quality, process integration, and automation
- Chair the SAM steering committee and governance boards
- Partner with federated teams to ensure software asset policies are adopted
- Oversee license compliance audits and internal reviews
- Maximize the use of ServiceNow SAM Pro across its full capabilities
- Identify and drive software cost-saving opportunities
- Build, mentor, and direct SAM Analysts and OSS compliance staff
- Oversee the development and updating of SAM policies, standards, and processes
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in IT Asset Management/SAM
- 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing enterprise SAM or ITAM programs
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business, or related field; MBA or relevant master’s a plus
- Deep knowledge of software licensing practices and SAM frameworks
- Proven track record of managing software audits and compliance for large organizations
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations affecting asset management (license terms, NIST, NYDFS, etc.)
- Expertise in ServiceNow SAM Pro (or similar SAM tools)
- Strong understanding of IT infrastructure (servers, cloud, endpoints)
- Ability to interpret software license agreements across major vendors (Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, etc.)
Benefits
- Short-term or annual bonuses
- Long-term incentives
- On-the-spot recognition
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
IT Asset ManagementSoftware Asset ManagementSoftware Licensing PracticesSAM FrameworksLicense Compliance AuditsSoftware Cost-Saving OpportunitiesIT InfrastructureSoftware License Agreements
Soft Skills
LeadershipMentoringCollaborationProcess IntegrationCommunication
Certifications
Bachelor’s DegreeMBA