Lead - ITS

Iris Software Inc.; Dadri; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Iris Software Inc. is seeking a Lead - ITS to manage the end-to-end software asset lifecycle, ensuring compliance and optimizing usage across the organization. In this role, you will oversee procurement, licensing models, and vendor management while collaborating with various teams to drive cost efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Software Asset Management, license management, and a proven ability to analyze software utilization effectively. Certifications such as CSAM and ITIL Foundation are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Software Asset Management (SAM) or IT Asset Management (ITAM).
• Deep understanding of licensing models and procurement lifecycle.
• Ability to work independently and manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage complete software lifecycle: procurement, allocation, revocation, and renewal of licenses.
• Collaborate with procurement, IT, and finance teams for contract and renewal management.
• Track and ensure accuracy of software asset inventory.

Skills

Software Asset Management (SAM)

IT Asset Management (ITAM)

License management

Vendor management

Microsoft tools

Analytical skills

Education

CSAM (Certified Software Asset Manager)

ITIL Foundation

Tools

ManageEngine

VMware

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Lead - ITS

Internal Title: Software Asset Management (SAM) Lead

Reporting To: Associate Director – IT Services

Experience: As per market standards

Compensation: As per market standards

Role Summary

This is an Individual Contributor role responsible for managing end-to-end software asset lifecycle, ensuring license compliance, optimizing software usage, and driving cost efficiency across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complete software lifecycle: procurement, allocation, revocation, and renewal of licenses
• Select appropriate licensing models, plans, and vendors based on business needs
• Handle licensing for key platforms including:
• Microsoft (O365, Azure, etc.)
• SaaS applications
• ManageEngine Tools & Products
• Modern Workplace tools (Microsoft ecosystem, VMware)
• Ai Tools & other licensing (ChatGPT, Claude, GitHub, Adobe Etc..)
• Manage both perpetual and subscription-based licensing models
• Drive software asset consolidation across the organization
• Monitor and improve software utilization efficiency
• Track and ensure accuracy of software asset inventory
• Generate and analyze reports: Total Licenses vs Used vs Free
• Ensure compliance with licensing agreements and support audits
• Collaborate with procurement, IT, and finance teams for contract and renewal management
• Optimize license usage to reduce cost and eliminate redundancies
• Strong understanding of IT Service Mgmt Tool & CMDB

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in Software Asset Management (SAM) / IT Asset Management (ITAM)
• Hands‑on experience with license management, procurement lifecycle, and vendor management
• Deep understanding of licensing models (perpetual vs subscription, SaaS licensing)
• Experience managing enterprise tools and licensing (Microsoft, VMware, ManageEngine, etc.)
• Strong analytical and reporting skills (license utilization, compliance tracking)
• Ability to work independently as a lead and manage stakeholders

Certifications (Preferred)

• CSAM (Certified Software Asset Manager)
• ITIL Foundation

Key KPIs / Success Metrics

• Software utilization efficiency
• Accuracy of software asset inventory
• License compliance rate
• Effective reporting: Total vs Used vs Available licenses
• Cost optimization through license consolidation and reuse