Software Asset Management (SAM) & License Compliance Consultant

Strategic Staffing Solutions

Charlotte (NC)

Hybrid

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Strategic Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Software Asset Management (SAM) & License Compliance Consultant to support enterprise software governance and compliance initiatives. The role involves performing compliance analysis, improving asset data quality, and supporting audit activities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in SAM, a Bachelor's degree, and strong analytical capabilities. This position offers hybrid work opportunities in Charlotte, NC, and requires hands-on experience in compliance operations.

Qualifications

5+ years of technology, Software Asset Management, or software licensing experience.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills.
Experience with data analysis, research, troubleshooting, and reconciliation activities.

Responsibilities

Perform software license compliance analysis and determine enterprise compliance positions.
Analyze software contracts, maintenance agreements, and licensing terms.
Support internal and external software audits and prepare documentation.

Skills

Software Asset Management (SAM)

Software License Compliance

Software Contract Analysis

Data analysis

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ServiceNow

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Software Asset Management (SAM) & License Compliance Consultant

Location: Chandler, AZ | Charlotte, NC | Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid)

Duration: 24-Month Contract-to-Hire

Interview Process: 1-2 Virtual Interviews

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Software Asset Management (SAM) & License Compliance Consultant to support enterprise software governance, license compliance, software asset optimization, and audit readiness initiatives within a large-scale technology environment.

This role will be responsible for performing software license compliance analysis, interpreting software contracts and licensing agreements, improving software asset data quality, supporting audit activities, and identifying software optimization opportunities. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with hands‑on experience in Software Asset Management (SAM), IT Asset Management (ITAM), software licensing, and compliance operations.

The position will work closely with technology, procurement, vendor management, finance, and leadership teams to ensure software assets are accurately tracked, compliant, and optimized across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

Software Asset Management & License Compliance

Perform software license compliance analysis and determine enterprise compliance positions
Execute software license reconciliations across strategic and non‑strategic vendors
Identify and remediate over‑deployment, under‑utilization, and compliance risks
Support governance activities related to Software Asset Management (SAM) and Software License Compliance (SLC)

Software Contract Analysis & Licensing

Analyze software contracts, maintenance agreements, and licensing terms
Interpret licensing models, entitlements, restrictions, and compliance requirements
Apply licensing rules to operational environments and deployment scenarios
Track contract deliverables, renewals, maintenance obligations, and certifications

Asset Data Management & Analysis

Research, analyze, and validate software asset data
Investigate and resolve software inventory and entitlement discrepancies
Support software catalog management and lifecycle tracking activities
Improve data quality across discovery, inventory, and entitlement systems

Audit Readiness & Compliance

Support internal and external software audits
Prepare audit documentation and compliance evidence
Validate software compliance positions and licensing calculations
Maintain audit trails and supporting documentation

Optimization & Cost Management

Identify opportunities for software optimization and cost reduction
Analyze software usage and consumption trends
Recommend licensing and deployment adjustments
Support software spend optimization initiatives

Process & Tool Support

Utilize ServiceNow and related workflow tools to support SAM processes
Execute compliance tracking, reconciliation, and governance workflows
Maintain operational procedures and process documentation

Required Qualifications

5+ years of technology, Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or software licensing experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with:
- Software Asset Management (SAM)
- Software License Compliance
- Software License Reconciliation
- Software Contract Analysis
- Software Audits
Strong understanding of:
- Software licensing models
- Contract interpretation
- License compliance concepts
- Software entitlement management
Experience with data analysis, research, troubleshooting, and reconciliation activities
Experience using ServiceNow or similar asset management/workflow platforms
Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) certification or equivalent
Experience supporting medium‑scale technology initiatives
Experience influencing stakeholders and senior leadership
Strong presentation and communication skills
Prior experience in enterprise Software Asset Management or License Management functions

Artificial Intelligence Experience

Demonstrated experience utilizing AI‑enabled tools, including:

Gemini
Tachyon or similar AI‑assisted productivity platforms

Desired Backgrounds

Candidates with experience from large enterprise organizations, financial services firms, technology companies, consulting organizations, software vendors, or highly regulated environments are strongly preferred.