Lead - ITS

Iris Software; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Iris Software is seeking a Lead - ITS to oversee the entire software asset lifecycle. The individual will ensure compliance with licensing agreements and optimize software usage across the organization.

The ideal candidate has significant experience in Software Asset Management (SAM), strong analytical abilities, and a deep understanding of licensing models. Preferred certifications include CSAM and ITIL Foundation.

Qualifications

• 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 and enterprise tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage complete software lifecycle including procurement and renewal of licenses.
• Ensure compliance with licensing agreements and support audits.
• Drive software asset consolidation and optimize license usage.

Skills

Software Asset Management (SAM)

Licensing management

Vendor management

Analytical skills

IT Service Management Tool CMDB

Education

CSAM (Certified Software Asset Manager)

ITIL Foundation

Tools

Microsoft tools

VMware

ManageEngine

Job description

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