Software Asset Manager

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia; On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 day telework per week after-prob

Job summary

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is seeking a Software Asset Manager to lead the IT Asset Management program, maintain the software catalog, and drive lifecycle management processes. You will develop policies, train staff, and coordinate with procurement and NOVA offices on SAM initiatives, ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decisions.

The role emphasizes governance, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and advancing software lifecycle practices within a large

Qualifications

• SAM platforms proficiency and best practices knowledge.
• Ability to translate business needs into requirements.
• Experience with reports, guidelines, and presentations.
• Strong written communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Excellent verbal communication and public speaking.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Data analysis and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of governance and change management processes.
• Ability to draft and direct design of new or enhanced applications.
• Project planning, negotiating, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements.
• Strong organizational skills with deadlines.
• Collaborate with technical teams and troubleshoot issues.
• Adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage Software Asset Management program for NVCC
• Define and draft software policies and procedures
• Develop software process-related training tools
• Monitor usage to recommend substitutions or sunsetting
• Maintain software Services and knowledge base articles
• Configure and troubleshoot ITAM software
• Onboard, train and support end users
• Collaborate with Procurement on audits
• Collaborate with NOVA system office on SAM initiatives
• Collect, analyze, and report SAM data
• Solicit input from employees for college decisions

Skills

SAM platforms

Strategic thinking

Report writing

Technical docs

Independent work

Public speaking

Data analysis

Governance & change

Application design

Project management

Requirements interpretation

Organizational skills

Cross-team collaboration

Education

CSAM Certification

Tools

Sassafras/ITAM

Team Dynamix Asset Management

Ticketing systems

Job description

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Software Asset Manager

Role Code

Role Code 39112-FP

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 05

Position Number

Position Number 28000820

Agency

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division

Division NV280-VP of College Computing

Work Location

Work Location Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $95,000 - $105,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

M-F 8:30AM-5:00PM. 1 day of telework after probation period.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

General Description

This position serves as system administrator for the college’s IT Asset Management ( ITAM ) software and manages the software catalog in addition to developing and optimizing software lifecycle management business processes.

Duties & Tasks

• Manage Software Asset Management program for NVCC
• Define and draft software policies and procedures
• Develop software process-related training tools
• Monitor & analyze software usage to recommend alternative solutions and/or sunsetting of software titles
• Maintain software-related services and knowledge base articles
• Configure and troubleshoot ITAM software
• Onboard, train and support end users
• Monitor and analyze software usage
• Assist Procurement in responding to external audit requests
• Collaborate with VCCS system office on software asset management initiatives
• Collect, analyze, and report on SAM data
• Make regular requests from employees for updates and input on college decisions and share feedback with supervisors for inclusion in the NOVA Brief

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSAs

• Proficiency in SAM platforms and working knowledge of SAM best practices
• Ability to apply strategic thinking and demonstrate understanding of business needs
• Proven ability to prepare reports, correspondence, guidelines, and presentations
• Proven ability to write technical, business and plain language documents and/or emails with attention to detail
• Proven ability to take initiative and work independently
• Strong communication skills, comfortable with presenting and public speaking
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with individuals at all levels within the organizationAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Data analysis and reporting skills
• Knowledge of technology governance and change management processes
• Ability to draft and direct the design and development of new or enhanced applications
• Project planning, negotiating, interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to interpret and implement technical requirements
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, strategic prioritization, and adherence to deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with technical teams and troubleshoot issues related to project or program dependencies, system changes, or cloud transitions.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in software asset management ( SAM ), including critical tasks, record-keeping, problem resolution and data/metrics related to the life cycle
• Experience in IT architecture and technical documentation methods
• Experience in software database development and management; and ticketing platforms
• Experience in developing and documenting processes and procedures
• Experience in Microsoft technologies, including O365, Excel, Visio and Teams
• Experience supervising, training or serving as a team lead

Additional Considerations

• Experience with Sassafras/ ITAM
• Experience with Team Dynamix Asset Management and Ticketing modules
• Experience in public sector or higher education setting
• CSAM Certification

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees

Supervises Employees Yes

Required Travel

n/a

Posting Number

Posting Number CLS_4838P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/30/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/13/2026

Agency Website

Agency Website www.nvcc.edu

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College ( NOVA ) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA , we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA . To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College .

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu .

*1 day of telework per week after probation.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.