Software License Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Software License Manager based in the United States. The Software License Manager will lead enterprise-wide software asset management within a complex and highly regulated Department of Defense environment. You will shape how software is purchased, governed, tracked, optimized, and reported across a large technology landscape. The role combines licensing expertise, compliance management, vendor relations, financial optimization, and strategic IT governance. You will provide visibility into software deployments, usage, entitlements, costs, and contractual obligations across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. The position offers significant influence over enterprise technology investments, risk management, and software lifecycle strategies. You will collaborate with senior leaders, procurement teams, vendors, cybersecurity stakeholders, and technical teams to drive measurable efficiencies. This is a fully remote opportunity for an experienced software asset management professional seeking high-impact work in a mission-focused environment. Develop and implement enterprise Software Asset Management (SAM) frameworks, standards, controls, tools, and governance aligned with applicable DoD IT policies. Advise leadership on software procurement strategies, lifecycle management, modernization opportunities, and technology investment decisions. Maintain compliance with software license agreements, EULAs, vendor terms, and contractual commitments. Conduct regular license audits, identify compliance gaps, and develop and execute remediation plans. Prepare for and manage vendor audits, ensuring accurate records, documentation, and audit readiness. Track software deployments, usage, entitlements, and reconciliation activities across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. Build and maintain accurate software inventories using SAM and discovery platforms, while ensuring data integrity and visibility. Manage enterprise software catalogs, approved software lists, and standardization initiatives. Develop cost models, validate budget requirements, analyze spending trends, and identify opportunities for consolidation, rightsizing, and cost avoidance. Support procurement activities, budget justifications, renewals, and strategic vendor negotiations. Manage vendor relationships and serve as a subject matter expert on licensing models, pricing structures, contractual terms, and software value. Review licensing agreements and evaluate their financial, operational, compliance, and risk implications. Ensure licensing activities comply with FAR, DFARS, and applicable federal contracting requirements. Produce executive dashboards, status reports, forecasts, and briefing materials covering compliance, usage, costs, and operational performance. Communicate licensing risks, cost trends, forecasts, and recommendations to senior leadership and government stakeholders. Ensure SAM activities align with cybersecurity requirements, Risk Management Framework (RMF) controls, and applicable authorization standards. Support DCAA/DCMA reviews and maintain comprehensive, audit-ready documentation. Develop SAM training, best practices, and enablement materials, while mentoring junior analysts and promoting a culture of compliance and optimization. Requirements Active DoD Secret security clearance required. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline. ITIL Foundation certification required. 15+ years of progressive IT experience, including at least 8 years focused on DoD or federal software asset management. Proven experience with enterprise SAM platforms such as Flexera, ServiceNow SAM, Snow License Manager, or comparable solutions. Deep knowledge of software licensing models, including perpetual, subscription, cloud, and enterprise agreement structures. Demonst