The Hartford

Director, Software Asset Management – Strategy and Operations

The Hartford

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: HartfordConnecticutIllinoisUnited States

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Salary

💰 $153,600 - $230,400 per year

Job Level

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