ServiceNow Architect - HAM

Accelera Solutions; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Solutions is seeking a Senior ServiceNow HAM Architect to shape the hardware asset management strategy for DoD environments. This remote role anchors in McLean, VA, and requires an active secret clearance to meet program security requirements.

You will own HAM module design, CMDB integrity, and complex integrations, steering governance and best practices while collaborating with Finance, Procurement, IT and Ops teams across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in IT with 5+ years as a ServiceNow Architect.
• Deep expertise in ServiceNow HAM, CMDB, and Discovery.
• Active DoD secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Define long-term HAM architecture strategy and roadmap for ServiceNow.
• Lead HAM module design, CMDB data models, normalization, and discovery.
• Design integrations between ServiceNow HAM and enterprise systems.
• Provide guidance to developers and ensure governance and best practices.

Skills

ServiceNow HAM

CMDB Architecture

JavaScript scripting

ITIL principles

Active Secret Clearance

Stakeholder leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Flow Designer

Service Portal

Discovery

Scripting (JS)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Remote - Mc Lean, VA 22102This position is full time remote and requires an active DoD secret clearance.

Responsibilities:

HAM Architectural Strategy & Vision:

• Define the long-term architectural vision, strategy, and roadmap for Hardware Asset Management within the ServiceNow platform, aligning with overall enterprise architecture and business objectives.
• Lead the design of comprehensive, scalable, and secure HAM solutions that encompass the entire hardware asset lifecycle (planning, procurement, receiving, inventory, deployment, use, maintenance, refresh, disposal).
• Translate complex business requirements from Finance, Procurement, Operations, and IT into detailed architectural designs and technical specifications for ServiceNow HAM.

ServiceNow HAM Module & CMDB:

• Act as the subject matter expert and lead architect for the ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management (HAM) module, ensuring its optimal configuration and utilization.
• Architect the ServiceNow Configuration Management Database (CMDB) specifically for hardware assets, focusing on data model integrity, relationships, normalization, reconciliation, and discovery strategies for various hardware types.
• Design and implement robust automated workflows within ServiceNow using Service Catalog, Flow Designer and custom modules for key HAM processes (e.g., asset requests, procurement approvals, stockroom management, asset assignment, refresh/disposal).

Integration & Data Integrity:

• Design and oversee complex integrations between ServiceNow HAM and critical enterprise systems, network discovery tools, and other asset inventory systems.
• Establish and enforce data quality standards, governance frameworks, and reconciliation processes to ensure the accuracy and completeness of hardware asset data in ServiceNow.

Financial & Operational Optimization:

• Architect solutions to track hardware asset costs, depreciation, lease information, and contract details within ServiceNow, enabling Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis.
• Drive the automation of asset-related financial processes and reporting, contributing to cost savings and improved financial visibility.
• Develop strategies for hardware asset utilization tracking, lifecycle optimization, and proactive refresh planning.

Leadership & Governance:

• Establish and enforce architectural standards, best practices, and governance policies for all aspects of HAM implementation and data management within ServiceNow.
• Provide expert technical guidance, mentorship, and oversight to ServiceNow developers, administrators, and implementation partners working on HAM initiatives.
• Lead technical design reviews, ensuring solutions are maintainable, extensible, and align with platform best practices.

Stakeholder Engagement & Innovation:

• Collaborate extensively with cross-functional leaders (Procurement, Operations, IT, Compliance) to gather requirements, build consensus, and drive adoption of HAM solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest ServiceNow HAM features, industry trends, and emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions.

QualificationsQualifications:

Required:

• 15+ Years of relevant experience (Bachelor's Degree in applicable field may be substituted for 5 years of experience).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT, with at least 5 years in a ServiceNow Architect role.
• Deep and demonstrable expertise with ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management (HAM) module.
• Extensive hands‑on experience and architectural expertise with ServiceNow CMDB and Discovery, specifically tailored for hardware assets.
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex integrations between ServiceNow HAM and other systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of the entire hardware asset lifecycle, from strategic planning and procurement through deployment, maintenance, and disposal.
• Proficiency in ServiceNow platform capabilities, including Flow Designer, Service Portal, Custom Application Development, Scripting (JavaScript) and best practices.
• Strong understanding of ITIL principles, particularly as they apply to asset management.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex business problems into elegant technical solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and lead technical and non‑technical stakeholders at all levels.
• Active secret clearance.

Desired:

• ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist - Hardware Asset Management (CIS-HAM) certification is highly advantageous.
• ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) and other relevant CIS certifications (e.g., CMDB, ITSM).
• Experience with ServiceNow Software Asset Management (SAM) in relation to hardware dependencies and licensing compliance.
• Knowledge of industry asset management standards (e.g., ISO 55000).
• Experience with mobile asset management solutions within ServiceNow.
• Familiarity with financial concepts related to asset management (e.g., depreciation, amortization, lease accounting).
• Experience with government contracting.

Accelera Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.