IT Infrastructure Program Manager Sr

Plexus Manufacturing Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Senior Manager for Application Risk, Compliance & Audit in Penang, Malaysia. The role involves developing SAM strategies, managing complex licensing audits, and leading cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in software license management, excellent analytical and leadership skills, and a strong understanding of compliance regulations. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, and gym access.

Benefits

Medical

Miscellaneous allowance

Dental

Sports (e.g. Gym)

Parking

Event Center

Employee Privilege Program

Meal Subsidy

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in software license management or 6 years with a Master's degree.
• Expert knowledge of complex software licensing models and compliance regulations.
• Experience in advanced SAM strategies, automation, predictive analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced SAM strategies, automation, and predictive analytics.
• Lead complex software license audits and compliance programs.
• Negotiate and manage enterprise-level software license agreements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business Administration, or related field

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

SAM tools

Job description

Purpose Statement: Drives strategic software asset management initiatives, focusing on advanced analytics, automation, and continuous improvement. This role requires deep expertise in complex licensing models and a proactive approach to risk management.

Responsibilities

• Strategic SAM Program Development and Implementation: includes developing and implementing advanced SAM strategies, automation, predictive analytics, establishing and maintaining comprehensive software license policies and procedures.
• License Compliance and Audit Management: leading complex software license audits and compliance programs across various platforms, managing and mitigating software license risks.
• Vendor Management and License Optimization: negotiating and managing enterprise-level software license agreements, optimizing costs, conducting in-depth usage and cost analysis.
• SAM Technology and Cloud Management: implementation and optimization of SAM tools and technologies, including cloud-based software licensing.
• Cross-Functional Leadership and Expert Advisory: leading cross-functional teams, providing expert advice to senior management on licensing matters.
• Security posture: responsible for upholding cybersecurity posture, adhering to security policies, training, protecting data, mitigating vulnerabilities, and reporting incidents.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business Administration, or related field with minimum 8 years experience in software license management; or Master’s degree with minimum 6 years experience; equivalent experience considered.
• Other Qualifications: Expert knowledge of complex software licensing models, SAM tools, compliance regulations; experience in advanced SAM strategies, automation, predictive analytics; strong analytical, problem‑solving, decision‑making skills; excellent leadership, communication, negotiation skills.

About the Company

Make a difference with Plexus. We are creators, innovators, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and service experts passionate about building a better world. When you join Plexus, you’ll be part of a collaborative, imaginative team of problem‑solvers. You’ll partner with leading companies to bring exciting, life‑changing new technologies to their customers.

Job Details

Senior Manager, Application Risk, Compliance & Audit – AIA Digital+ Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, MY

Benefits

• Medical
• Miscellaneous allowance
• Dental
• Sports (e.g. Gym)
• Parking
• Event Center, Employee Privilege Program, Meal Sub