Role Title:
Software License Manager
Experience: 5
Role Purpose:
Establish and govern Software Asset Management (SAM) framework to ensure optimal license utilization, compliance, cost efficiency, and audit readiness across IT/Digital ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
Area Responsibilities
Software License Governance & Optimization
Ensure optimal license utilization and identify cost optimization opportunities
Drive periodic license rationalization (harvesting, redeployment, shelfware reduction)
License Compliance & Audit Management
Ensure compliance with licensing agreements (Microsoft, Adobe, MuleSoft, etc.)
Lead internal/external software audits and vendor true-ups
Demand & Procurement Governance
Validate license demand against actual usage and business justification
Collaborate with procurement for optimized purchasing decisions (right-sizing, bundling, renewal strategy)
Tool & Data Management
Ensure accurate license inventory and entitlement repository
Govern integration of SAM tools with CMDB, procurement, and usage systems
Risk & Controls Management
Identify risks related to over-licensing, under-licensing, and non-compliance
Define controls aligned to ISO 27001, ITGC, and audit frameworks
Stakeholder Coordination
Work closely with IT, finance, procurement, and business teams
Engage with OEMs/vendors for licensing clarity and optimization
Reporting & Governance Provide insights to leadership on license optimization and investment decisions
Ensure audit-ready documentation and governance reviews
Skills & Competencies
Category Skills Required
Technical Software Asset Management (SAM), License models (User, Device, Subscription, SaaS)
Tools:
ESEC / Flexera / ServiceNow SAM (preferred exposure) Frameworks Knowledge ISO 27001 (controls relevant to asset management)
Understanding of IT governance frameworks (COBIT - awareness level) Functional License optimization & cost analysis
Data analysis & reporting (Excel / dashboards) Behavioral Strong analytical mindset
Stakeholder influencing & communication
Attention to detail with audit readiness approach
Qualifications & Experience
Criteria Details
Education Bachelor’s in IT / Computer Science / Information Systems
Experience 3-4 years in Licensing and goverance area /SAM / IT Governance Exposure Software licensing audits / compliance
License optimization / cost control initiatives
⭐ Preferred Certifications
Certification Relevance
CISA Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) / ITAM certification ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/ Auditor End-to-end ownership of Software License Governance across divisions
Drive measurable cost optimization (license reduction, right-sizing) and audit readiness
Role Expectation-
(5 - 8 Years)
Aspect Expectation
Ownership End-to-end ownership of Software License Governance across divisions Contribution Drive measurable cost optimization (license reduction, right-sizing) and audit readiness
Accountability Ensure 100% compliance, zero audit penalties, and accurate license inventory
