IT Asset Manager — Hybrid, Governance & Optimization

Guardian Life; Holmdel Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Life is seeking an IT Asset Manager to define and mature the enterprise IT asset management strategy, governance, and lifecycle controls across hardware and software assets. You will partner with Procurement, Finance, Cybersecurity, and IT teams to improve visibility, optimize licensing, and support audits.

You will own end-to-end asset lifecycle processes, drive data-driven decisions, and ensure compliance while delivering metrics and executive insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in IT/finance or related field.
• 5+ years in IT Asset Management with hardware and software lifecycle experience.
• Experience establishing ITAM governance, controls, and audits.
• Experience with software licensing, entitlement tracking, and optimization.
• Experience with enterprise SAM tools (ServiceNow SAMPro, Flexera) is preferred.
• Understanding of ITIL concepts and related governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define and mature enterprise IT Asset Management strategy and governance.
• Own hardware and software lifecycle processes from procurement to disposal.
• Maintain asset records, KPI dashboards, and audit readiness.
• Lead software license compliance and optimization activities.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Cybersecurity, and IT teams.
• Support audits and maintain repeatable controls and documentation.

Skills

IT Asset Management

Governance

Data analytics

Lifecycle management

Stakeholder collaboration

Audits & compliance

ITIL awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

ServiceNow SAMPro

Flexera

Job description

Guardian Life is seeking an IT Asset Manager to define and mature the enterprise IT asset management strategy, governance, and lifecycle controls across hardware and software assets. You will partner with Procurement, Finance, Cybersecurity, and IT teams to improve visibility, optimize licensing, and support audits.

You will own end-to-end asset lifecycle processes, drive data-driven decisions, and ensure compliance while delivering metrics and executive insights.