IT - Workforce - IT Asset Management

VARITE INC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 108,886,000 - 123,213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Legal Service Plans

Job summary

VARITE is seeking an IT Asset Management Specialist for a client in Montgomery, Alabama. The role oversees the end-to-end lifecycle of technology assets, ensuring proper receipt, tagging, tracking, auditing, and disposal in line with state policies and internal controls.

This is an onsite, 12-month engagement with a pay rate of $38.00–$43.00/hr on W2. Responsibilities include asset receiving, tagging, accurate inventory records, chain-of-custody tracking, audits, and compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and complete records.
• Knowledge of IT hardware, including computers, peripherals, networking equipment, mobile devices, and related technologies.
• Experience with asset tagging, inventory management systems, and barcode/RFID technologies.
• Ability to investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Understanding of chain-of-custody and chain-of-possession protocols.
• Ability to prepare and maintain audit-ready documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain orderly storage and work environments.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to safely lift and move IT equipment within reasonable limits.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate across multiple teams.
• Proficiency with asset management software, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Asset Receiving and Inventory Management: receive assets, verify shipment accuracy, document and apply asset tags.
• Maintain inventory records in asset management system with location, status, ownership, and lifecycle info.
• Track movement of equipment through chain-of-possession and chain-of-custody procedures.
• Conduct periodic physical inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies.
• Prepare audit documentation and compliance reports.
• Ensure inventory records remain audit-ready at all times.
• Support all phases of asset lifecycle: deployment, transfers, reassignments, repairs, returns, disposal.
• Ensure surplus/disposal comply with regulations and data security standards.
• Maintain organized, secure storage for IT assets.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, security, and IT operations for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and improving asset management policies and procedures.
• Respond to inquiries and provide operational reporting and improvement recommendations.

Skills

Asset tagging

Inventory management

Audit readiness

Chain of custody

IT hardware knowledge

Asset management software

RFID/barcode tech

Reporting tools

Detail orientation

Communication skills

Independence

Cross-team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's in IT/Business/Logistics

Tools

Asset management system

Spreadsheets

Job description

VARITE is seeking a qualified IT Asset Management Specialist for one of its clients located in Montgomery, AL

WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?

A southeastern state-level government entity responsible for statewide governance, public education, healthcare programs, transportation infrastructure, public safety, regulatory oversight, and economic development initiatives.

WHAT WE DO?

Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.

Job Title: IT Asset Management Specialist

Duration: 12 months

Locations: Montgomery, AL

Work Mode: Onsite

Pay Rate Range: $38.00 - $43.00/hr on W2

HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The IT Asset Management Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle management of technology assets across the agency. This role ensures all IT equipment is properly received, recorded, tagged, tracked, maintained, audited, and disposed of in accordance with state policies, federal guidelines, and internal controls. The position supports operational accountability, inventory accuracy, compliance, and financial stewardship of IT resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Asset Receiving and Inventory Management
• Receive incoming IT equipment, verify shipment accuracy, and document all received assets.
• Assign and apply asset tags, ensuring proper identification and classification of all hardware.
• Maintain detailed inventory records within the agency's asset management system, including asset location, status, ownership, and lifecycle information.
• Track the movement of equipment through formal chain-of-possession and chain-of-custody procedures.

Asset Auditing and Compliance:

• Conduct periodic physical inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies through investigation and documentation.
• Prepare audit documentation, compliance records, and reports for internal and external audit activities.
• Ensure inventory records remain accurate, complete, and audit-ready at all times.

Asset Lifecycle Management:

• Support all phases of the asset lifecycle, including Deployment, Transfers, Reassignments, Repairs, Returns, Surplus processing, Disposal
• Ensure surplus and disposal activities comply with state surplus regulations, environmental requirements, and data security standards.

Operational Support and Process Improvement:

• Maintain organized and secure storage areas for all IT assets.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, security, and IT operations teams to ensure inventory accuracy and compliance with agency standards.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and improvement of asset management policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Respond to asset management inquiries and provide operational reporting and process improvement recommendations.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO WIN:

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and complete records.
• Knowledge of IT hardware, including computers, peripherals, networking equipment, mobile devices, and related technologies.
• Experience with asset tagging, inventory management systems, and barcode/RFID technologies.
• Ability to investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Understanding of chain-of-custody and chain-of-possession protocols.
• Ability to prepare and maintain audit-ready documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain orderly storage and work environments.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to safely lift and move IT equipment within reasonable limits.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate across multiple teams.
• Proficiency with asset management software, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a government or public-sector environment.
• Familiarity with state surplus property and disposal regulations.
• Experience with IT Asset Management (ITAM) frameworks such as: ITIL, ISO/IEC 19770, Other industry-recognized asset management standards
• Previous experience in procurement, inventory control, logistics, or related operational functions.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in: Information Technology, Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in IT asset management, inventory control, logistics, procurement, or a related operational role.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move IT equipment and related materials within reasonable limits.
• Ability to perform periodic physical inventory counts in office, storage, and warehouse environments.

Work Environment:

This position works closely with IT, procurement, finance, security, and operational teams to ensure the effective management, accountability, and compliance of technology assets throughout their lifecycle. The role requires a high degree of accuracy, organization, and accountability in handling agency-owned equipment and inventory records.

BENEFITS:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.

VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status